Date Key (Historical)

Syntax

=hf_Date_Key(Symbol, Year, [Quarter], [TTM])
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Parameters

symbolstringRequired
yearstringRequired
quarterstring
TTMstring

Returns

string

Date key identifier

Examples

=hf_Date_Key("AAPL", 2023, 4)

When to Use

  • Data key lookups

When NOT to Use

Scenario Use Instead
Calendar date hf_Calendar_Date()

Common Issues & FAQ

Date key is typically YYYYMMDD format.

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