How to Format Dates in Coda
- George Apostolov
How to Format Dates in Coda: step-by-step guide
Open a document in Coda.
Click on the column header in your table.
Select 'Column type'.
Click 'Date'.
Choose 'Date 'or 'Date and Time' based on your needs.
Once the column is set, you can customize your format the way you want.
Quick answer: To format dates in Coda, open a document, click a table column header, and select 'Column type'. Next, choose 'Date', select 'Date' or 'Date and Time', and customize the format as needed.
About this Coda tutorial
Format dates in Coda by changing the column type to Date or Date and Time, then customize the display format to fit your needs. This guide shows how to format Dates in Coda in 6 steps, starting with "Open a document in Coda" and finishing with "Once the column is set, you can customize your format the way you want". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Coda interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to format Dates in Coda?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Coda data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Coda. Related guides: How to Format Numbers in Coda, How to Format Text in Coda and How to freeze columns in Coda. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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