Explain Cron Expression (Show Execution Timing for Humans)
Presents the Cron expression reading in English, allowing you to check the Cron translation and upcoming schedule together.
Input is not sent to the server (processed within the browser)
Ex: */5 * * * * / 0 9 * * 1-5 / 0 0 1 * *
If unsure, choose 5 fields (common in Linux).
Execution times may appear different if different from server TZ.
* Actual behavior may differ due to Daylight Saving Time (DST) or execution environment differences.
Breakdown (Field Meanings)
| Field | Значення | Interpretation | 注意 |
|---|
Налаштування
Change the starting point for the next N calculations (current time if unspecified). Ex: 2026-02-01T09:00
Використання
Just paste it in one line to start analysis.
Select 5/6/7 fields and TZ to check the Cron expression reading in English.
You can copy and share the explanation and upcoming schedule.
Common Cron Examples
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Notes & Trivia
Cron expression meaning may vary by execution environment or DST.
Supported Notation
- Supports common notation like *, , - /, weekday ranges, steps, etc.
- Weekdays are 0-6 (Sun-Sat) by default; 7 is treated as Sunday.
- If both Day (dom) and Weekday (dow) are specified, they are interpreted as an OR condition.
Caution
- Extended notation like L / W / # / ? may not be interpreted.
- Specifications may differ by execution environment (Linux cron / Quartz, etc.).
- May shift by 1 hour due to Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Поширені запитання
5 Fields or 6 Fields?
We provide format selection (Min Hour... / With Seconds, etc.). If unsure, try 5 fields (Min Hour Day Month DayOfWeek), and switch to 6 if it doesn't fit.
Does it support all patterns?
Supports common notation (*, /, -, ,), but complex implementation-dependent notation (e.g., L / W / # / ?) may not be interpreted. A warning will be displayed in such cases.
Does it show next execution time?
Calculates and displays the next N scheduled executions (e.g., 10 times). You can also specify the timezone.