Expression Explainer
What Does
What Does */10 * * * * Mean?
*/10 * * * *
Every 10 minutes
Explanation
The */10 in the minute field means "every 10th minute" (0, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50).
Field Breakdown
| Field | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Minute (0-59) | */10 | Every 10 minutes |
| Hour (0-23) | * | Every hour |
| 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
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