# Time Format

## Description

The server **Time Format** setting tells Friend Time how the server prefers to show times. Friend Time will use this preference when sending times for the server.

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To learn how to change settings like this one, see the [server command](/commands/admin-commands/server.md).
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## Options

1. **12-Hour** (`12`)
   * Use this option if you prefer times in a 12-hour format with an "AM" or "PM".
   * Ex: **5:00 PM**
2. **24-Hour** (`24`)
   * Use this option if you prefer times in a 24-hour format.
   * Ex: **17:00**


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