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