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# NOW

> The NOW function returns the current time and works across multiple YiDA scenarios, including Forms and workflow design. It returns a Date object that can be assigned to a Date component.

The **NOW** function returns the current time.

## Supported Scenarios

The NOW function is supported in the following YiDA scenarios.

* Form (main table fields)
* Form (business association rules)
* Form (validation)
* Workflow design (validation rules)
* Workflow design (association actions)
* Integration & automation
* Workflow node
* Connector

## Syntax

```text theme={"theme":{"light":"github-light","dark":"github-dark"}}
NOW()
```

## Return Value

| **Return type** | **Description**                            |
| --------------- | ------------------------------------------ |
| Date object     | Returns the current time as a Date object. |

## Example

As shown below, use the `NOW()` function to assign the current time to a **Date component**.

## Notes

Returns the current time. Produces the same result as the `TODAY` function.