{"id":44011,"date":"2024-05-03T12:00:14","date_gmt":"2024-05-03T10:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/?p=44011"},"modified":"2024-04-28T15:05:27","modified_gmt":"2024-04-28T13:05:27","slug":"weekend-only","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/weekend-only\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create an Excel Calendar Weekend Only Date List Fast"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Weekend-only.png\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44187 size-large\" title=\"Weekend only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Weekend-only-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Weekend only\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Weekend-only-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Weekend-only-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Weekend-only-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Weekend-only-180x100.png 180w, https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Weekend-only.png 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nUnlock the magic of Excel calendar wizardry with our guide tailored to crafting weekend-only date lists effortlessly. Dive into the enchanting world of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/top-excel-formulas-function-examples-to-get-better-at-microsoft-excel\/%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Microsoft Excel<\/a> functions to conjure up precise schedules for personal projects or business deadlines.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Master the WEEKDAY Function: Learn to wield the power of the WEEKDAY function to identify weekends swiftly.<\/li>\n<li>Embrace WORKDAY.INTL Function: Harness the flexibility of WORKDAY.INTL to define custom weekend days and manage your workweek effectively.<\/li>\n<li>Step-by-Step Guide: Follow our methodical steps to generate weekend-only date lists seamlessly using DATE, WEEKDAY, and WORKDAY.INTL functions.<\/li>\n<li>Elevate Excel Skills: Discover the hidden potential of Excel&#8217;s &#8216;Fill Weekday&#8217; option in Autofill to streamline date entries and maximize productivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_57_1 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/weekend-only\/#The_Excel_Calendar_Wizardry_Weekends_Edition\" title=\"The Excel Calendar Wizardry: Weekends Edition\">The Excel Calendar Wizardry: Weekends Edition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/weekend-only\/#Step_by_Step_Generating_a_Weekend-Only_Date_List\" title=\"Step by Step: Generating a Weekend-Only Date List\">Step by Step: Generating a Weekend-Only Date List<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/weekend-only\/#Elevate_Your_Excel_Skills_Further\" title=\"Elevate Your Excel Skills Further\">Elevate Your Excel Skills Further<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/weekend-only\/#FAQs_About_Crafting_a_Weekend-Only_Calendar_in_Excel\" title=\"FAQs About Crafting a Weekend-Only Calendar in Excel\">FAQs About Crafting a Weekend-Only Calendar in Excel<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Excel_Calendar_Wizardry_Weekends_Edition\"><\/span>The Excel Calendar Wizardry: Weekends Edition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Magic Begins with the WEEKDAY Function<\/h3>\n<p>Exploring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/weekday-function-introduction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WEEKDAY function in Excel<\/a> will have you feeling like a wizard in no time\u2014especially when you&#8217;re conjuring up weekend-specific lists. This remarkable function identifies the day of the week for any given date, which is key to isolating those Saturdays and Sundays. Whether you&#8217;re working on a personal project or organizing business deadlines, understanding how to wield the WEEKDAY function can save you time and hassle.<\/p>\n<p>By inputting a date into the function, it spits out a number from 1 to 7, which corresponds to a day of the week. Stick with the default settings, and you&#8217;ll get 1 for Sunday and 7 for Saturday. But don&#8217;t forget, you have the power to configure this to match your preferences\u2014just play with the second argument, if need be.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-23T233A273A53.700107_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_1.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"518\" height=\"145\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Remember that the WEEKDAY function can be a standalone spell or combined with others to craft even more complex formulas\u2014making it a versatile tool in your Excel grimoire.<\/p>\n<h3>WORKDAY.INTL Function: Your Weekend Almanac<\/h3>\n<p>Dive into the WORKDAY.INTL function, and you&#8217;ve unlocked a more customizable approach to managing your workweek. This function is a specialized charm in Excel&#8217;s arsenal that goes beyond the standard <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/workday-formula-in-excel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WORKDAY function<\/a>, giving you the freedom to define which days are considered the weekend.<\/p>\n<p>Consider it your tailored weekend almanac that can forecast a future (or past) date depending on the number of workdays specified. It&#8217;s incredibly handy for project management or planning out deadlines and appointments. The flexibility comes with its optional arguments where you can indicate custom weekend days using numbers or strings\u2014whether it&#8217;s a conventional Saturday-Sunday or any other combination that suits your schedule.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-23T233A283A06.138831_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_2.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"512\" height=\"114\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;re not limited to weekends either; plug in any holidays you&#8217;d like to bypass in the calculation. It&#8217;s just another trick up your sleeve to ensure you always hit the mark when planning around weekends and days off.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, the WORKDAY.INTL function started its journey in Excel 2010, so its magic is limited to the more modern versions of the spreadsheet software.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_by_Step_Generating_a_Weekend-Only_Date_List\"><\/span>Step by Step: Generating a Weekend-Only Date List<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>METHOD 1: Setting the Stage with Excel Functions DATE, WEEKDAY and WORKDAY.INTL<\/h3>\n<p>When undertaking the quest to create a weekend-only date list in Excel, you&#8217;ll need to set the stage appropriately by mastering specific functions. The combination of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/date-formula-in-excel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DATE<\/a>, WEEKDAY, and WORKDAY.INTL functions forms the core of this process. You&#8217;ll initiate your list by using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/category\/formulas\/date-time\/date\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DATE function<\/a> to define your starting point. Think of it like selecting the cornerstone from which your weekend temple will be constructed.<\/p>\n<p>Certainly! Here&#8217;s an Excel-friendly example of using the DATE, WEEKDAY, and WORKDAY.INTL functions to generate a weekend-only date list:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>STEP 1:<\/strong><\/span> Begin by selecting a cell where you want to start your weekend-only date list.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-24T063A283A56.582767_Excel_Calendar_Tips_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_3.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"565\" height=\"142\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>STEP 2:<\/strong><\/span> Use the DATE function to define your starting point by entering the desired date (e.g., =DATE(2024,4,1) for April 1st, 2024).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-24T063A293A17.223205_Excel_Calendar_Tips_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_4.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"558\" height=\"145\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Utilizing<\/strong> <strong>WORKDAY.INTL function, this will show fill the cell with the upcoming<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>STEP 3: <\/strong><\/span>Utilize the WORKDAY.INTL function to generate the upcoming weekend only data list (considering only Saturdays and Sundays). Use the formula =WORKDAY.INTL(B1,1,&#8221;1111100&#8243;) where B1 is the cell containing the previous date in the list.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-24T063A313A53.650018_Excel_Calendar_Tips_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_5.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"645\" height=\"139\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>STEP 4:<\/strong> <\/span>Drag this formula down to fill the cells below and create a list of weekend dates with upcoming Saturdays and Sundays.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-24T063A323A08.479804_Excel_Calendar_Tips_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_6.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"645\" height=\"429\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Together, these functions will work in harmony to create a continuous stream of dates which then, with a little more magic from Excel&#8217;s formulas, turns into an exclusive roll call for Saturdays and Sundays. You&#8217;ll be weaving complex date lists with ease, as if it&#8217;s a simple tapestry rather than a sophisticated spreadsheet calculation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>METHOD 2: Setting the Stage with Excel WEEKDAY function<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000\">STEP 1:<\/span> <\/strong>Now using the WEEKDAY function, use the formula <strong>=IF(WEEKDAY(B1)=7,B1+1,B1+(7-WEEKDAY(B1))) <\/strong>in cell <strong>B2<\/strong>, this will add upcoming Saturday in <strong>B2<\/strong> cell. Assuming the date in <strong>B1 <\/strong>is the start date.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-24T073A003A03.242083_Excel_Calendar_Tips_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_7.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"746\" height=\"135\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><strong>STEP 2:<\/strong> <\/span>Drag this formula down to fill the cells below and create a list of weekend dates with upcoming Saturdays and Sundays.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" title=\"Weekend Only\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/httpsoutranking.s3.amazonaws.com62459967_Aditi20Lundia642367132024-04-24T073A003A23.531404_Excel_Calendar_Tips_Create_a_Weekend_Only_Date_List_Effortlessly_-_8.png\" alt=\"Weekend Only\" width=\"749\" height=\"501\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elevate_Your_Excel_Skills_Further\"><\/span>Elevate Your Excel Skills Further<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>How to Utilize the &#8216;Fill Weekday&#8217; Option in Autofill<\/h3>\n<p>Harnessing the &#8216;Fill Weekday&#8217; option in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/autofill-formulas-in-an-excel-table\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Excel\u2019s Autofill<\/a> is like discovering a secret passage that leads directly to the heart of weekday productivity. It elegantly skips over weekends, allowing for seamless progression of date entries from Monday to Friday.<\/p>\n<p>Picture this: You&#8217;ve got a date that marks the start of a sequence\u2014a gatekeeper of your time series. Here&#8217;s how to make the most of this functionality:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hover over the lower-right corner of the cell containing your starting date until the cursor transforms into a crosshair\u2014a shape-shifting sign known as the fill handle.<\/li>\n<li>With a firm click and drag downward, extend the fill handle through the cells you wish laced with weekday dates.<\/li>\n<li>Excel will then unveil a small button, the Autofill Options tag, whispering of the choices you have.<\/li>\n<li>Choose &#8216;Fill Weekdays&#8217; and watch as Excel populates the cells with dates exclusively from Monday to Friday, gliding past the weekend as if they were stones in a stream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This method proves exquisite for creating work schedules, planning academic calendars, or mapping out any project timeline within the traditional workweek. It&#8217;s a simple yet effective technique to accelerate date entries while evading weekend pitfalls.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_Crafting_a_Weekend-Only_Calendar_in_Excel\"><\/span>FAQs About Crafting a Weekend-Only Calendar in Excel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Can You Automate a Calendar to Only Show Weekends?<\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely, you can automate an Excel calendar to display only weekends. Use a combination of the WEEKDAY function with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/category\/pivot-tables\/conditional-formatting-pivot-tables\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">conditional formatting<\/a> to identify and highlight weekends. You could also employ the SEQUENCE function alongside a filter to generate a list of weekend dates automatically within a given range. The magic lies in telling Excel exactly what pattern to follow, and let it do the heavy lifting for you.<\/p>\n<h3>What Are Some Common Mistakes When Creating Weekend Date Lists?<\/h3>\n<p>One common mistake is not correctly setting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/custom-date-formats-in-excel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">date format<\/a>, which can cause errors in identifying weekends. Another hiccup could be overlooking leap years when creating date series for multiple years. Also, double-check that your formulas are correctly accounting for your region&#8217;s weekend days, as they can vary globally. Ensure you also apply the functions consistently across the list to prevent any irregularities or skips in dates.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I highlight only weekends in Excel?<\/h3>\n<p>To highlight only weekends in Excel, apply conditional formatting with a formula. Select the dates then go to &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/conditionally-formatting-a-drop-down-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Conditional Formatting<\/a>&#8216; under the &#8216;Home&#8217; tab. Choose &#8216;New Rule&#8217;, select &#8216;Use a formula to determine which cells to format&#8217;, and enter the formula such as =OR(WEEKDAY(A1)=1,WEEKDAY(A1)=7) where A1 is the top-most cell of your selection. Set the format and click OK. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myexcelonline.com\/meo-staging\/blog\/birthday-list-in-excel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Excel will highlight Saturdays and<\/a> Sundays for you.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I autofill only weekends in Excel?<\/h3>\n<p>To autofill only weekends in Excel, enter a Saturday date into a cell and use the Autofill handle to drag down the series. Then, go to &#8216;Auto Fill Options&#8217; and choose &#8216;Fill Weekdays&#8217;. However, this includes Friday, so a better way is to drag the series and increment by 7 if you start from Saturday or by 1, then 6 alternatively for Saturday and Sunday.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you exclude only Sundays in Excel?<\/h3>\n<p>To exclude only Sundays in Excel, you can use the WORKDAY.INTL function with a custom weekend string. For example, to get the next date in a list that isn&#8217;t a Sunday, use the formula =WORKDAY.INTL(start_date,1,&#8221;0000011&#8243;) where &#8220;0000011&#8221; signifies that only Sunday is the weekend. Apply this formula across your desired range to generate dates that skip Sundays.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn to craft a weekend-only Excel calendar with ease. 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