# Time

Add the current time and date to your ticker with the "Time" source.

To open the "Time" preferences, follow these steps:

1. Open Universal Ticker.
2. Choose "Universal Ticker" > "Preferences".
3. In the "Sources" category choose "Time".

# Display Configuration

To change the format that is used to display time and date, drag the desired elements from the lower list into the upper input field. You may also enter static text, like punctuation.

The language selection applies to the "Time as Text" format field. The language for all other fields is determined by the system settings.

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Application Programming Interface