# Date-Time

> Date-Time field type in Data Service for storing date and time values, with an option to exclude the time component.

A **Date-Time** field is used to store a value that contains a date and time. A date picker can be used to select a date and time.

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## Should Hide Time

If you select the **Should Hide Time** option the field value of the Date-Time field can only contain a date value. In this case, you can only select a date from the date picker.

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:::note
All Date-Time and Date fields are stored as UTC dates and times in Data Service.
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## Details

Below is an overview of the details that can be specified to define a **Date-Time** field.

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     Property  
     Description  
     Required  
     Default Value  
  
 
 
  
     Should Hide Time  
     Enables you to specify whether the Date-Time field also can contain a time value or not.  If you select the Should Hide Time option, the field can only contain a date value.  
     Yes  
     No  
  
  
     Default Value  
     Enables you to specify a default value for the Date-Time field. Note: The default value can be changed in the Data tab. 
     No  
    &nbsp; 
  
  
     Description  
     Enables you to enter a short text to describe the purpose of the Date-Time field. Note: The Description is displayed in Fields tab. 
     No  
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## Representation in UiPath<sup>®</sup> Studio

A **Date-Time** field is imported as **DateTimeOffset** and a **Date** field is imported as **DateTime** in your project.