| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Parameter type | String |
| Syntax | NLS_DATE_FORMAT = "format" |
| Default value | Derived from NLS_TERRITORY |
| Modifiable | ALTER SESSION |
| Range of values | Any valid date format mask but not exceeding a fixed length |
| Basic | No |
NLS_DATE_FORMAT specifies the default date format to use with the TO_CHAR and TO_DATE functions. The default value of this parameter is determined by NLS_TERRITORY.
The value of this parameter can be any valid date format mask, and the value must be surrounded by double quotation marks. For example:
NLS_DATE_FORMAT = "MM/DD/YYYY"
See Also:
Oracle Database Globalization Support Guide for more information on setting this parameter
Oracle Database Heterogeneous Connectivity Administrator's Guide for information on setting this parameter in heterogeneous systems