generate date time.md
version: "2026.1.0" language: "en"
Generate date/time
The Generate date/time building block generates a date/time value containing the current system date and time.
Fully expanded, the Generate date/time block shows the following properties:
Note: The screenshot on this page uses the Elegance Design , introduced in 2025.3. If you are using an earlier version, your layout may look different.
Quick-start
Drag Generate date/time onto the canvas.
Connect the block in the flow. Trigger it where you need the current date/time, and use Date/time later in the flow. Optionally, you can expand and use the individual date and time parts.
Run the flow when it's ready.
Building block parameters
Parameters
Block header : The green input connector triggers the block to execute and generate the current date/time value. The green output connector triggers when the date/time value has been generated. You can rename the block title ("Generate date/time") by double-clicking it and typing a new title.
Date/time : The current system date/time value. You can expand it to use the individual date and time values separately, including Year , Month , Day , Hour , Minute , and Second (and Millisecond where available).
Resources
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
| Flows FAQ | Common questions about creating, running, and managing flows in Leapwork. |
| Flows Troubleshooting | Guidelines and solutions for identifying and fixing issues that occur when building or running flows in Leapwork. |