Expression Explainer
What Does
What Does 5 4 * * * Mean?
5 4 * * *
Daily at 4:05 AM
Explanation
Runs at 4:05 AM daily. Offset by 5 minutes to avoid the rush at 4:00.
Field Breakdown
| Field | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Minute (0-59) | 5 | At minute 5 |
| Hour (0-23) | 4 | At 4:00 |
| Day of month (1-31) | * | Every day of the month |
| Month (1-12) | * | Every month |
| Day of week (0-6) | * | Every day of the week |
Common Use
5 4 * * * /path/to/your/script.sh
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