Plan Content Calendar Dates
I need to generate a list of publication dates that occur every Monday for the next 10 weeks.
=DATE(YEAR(B2), MONTH(B2), DAY(B2)+7) How it works: This formula leverages the DATE function to construct a new date by taking the year, month, and day components from the previous week's date (e.g., B2). By adding 7 to the DAY component, Excel automatically handles month and year rollovers, ensuring the next date is exactly one week later. This method guarantees accurate weekly increments for your content calendar.
Data Setup
| Week Number | Publication Date | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10/30/2023 | ||
| 2 | =DATE(YEAR(B2) | MONTH(B2) | DAY(B2)+7) |
| 3 | =DATE(YEAR(B3) | MONTH(B3) | DAY(B3)+7) |
| 4 | =DATE(YEAR(B4) | MONTH(B4) | DAY(B4)+7) |
| 5 | =DATE(YEAR(B5) | MONTH(B5) | DAY(B5)+7) |
| 6 | =DATE(YEAR(B6) | MONTH(B6) | DAY(B6)+7) |
| 7 | =DATE(YEAR(B7) | MONTH(B7) | DAY(B7)+7) |
| 8 | =DATE(YEAR(B8) | MONTH(B8) | DAY(B8)+7) |
| 9 | =DATE(YEAR(B9) | MONTH(B9) | DAY(B9)+7) |
| 10 | =DATE(YEAR(B10) | MONTH(B10) | DAY(B10)+7) |
Step-by-Step Guide
In cell B2, enter your desired first Monday publication date using the DATE function, for example: `=DATE(2023,10,30)`.
In cell B3, enter the formula `=DATE(YEAR(B2), MONTH(B2), DAY(B2)+7)`.
Select cell B3, then drag the fill handle (the small square at the bottom-right corner of the cell) down to cell B11 to automatically generate the publication dates for the next 9 weeks.
Ensure cells B2:B11 are formatted as 'Date' to display the dates correctly.
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