Is it possible to get the current date in sharepoint 2010?

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I want to store the current date in a column's view i have and then compare it with a date a user has saved.

Is it possible to get the current date in sharepoint 2010?


I wrote an article on our company blog that outlines the various methods of using [Today] in this context, as well as a little background on why [Today] isn't available in calculated columns:

Warning: this also contains recommendations for our own product

How to use [Today] in a sharepoint list

Here are the main methods covered:

  • JavaScript: Use a Content Editor Web Part
  • Designer: Create a custom view in SharePoint Designer
  • Code: Make your own custom field type from scratch
  • SharePoint Highlighter: Our own solution to the problem