Update Start_date And Finish_date When Starting/Ending Series

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Introduction

Are you tired of manually updating the start and end dates of your anime series on MyAnimeList (MAL)? You're not alone. Many users have been searching for a way to automate this process, but unfortunately, it's not a default feature on MAL. However, thanks to a helpful forum thread, we can now update the start_date and end_date fields when starting or ending a series.

Understanding the Issue

When you start a new series on MAL, you need to manually enter the start date. Similarly, when you complete a series, you need to update the end date manually. This can be time-consuming and prone to errors. Moreover, if you have multiple series, updating the dates for each one can be a daunting task.

The Solution

Fortunately, we can use the information from the forum thread to update the start_date and end_date fields automatically. To do this, we need to pass in the start_date and end_date fields when starting or ending a series.

Passing in the Fields

To pass in the start_date and end_date fields, we need to use the following format:

{
  "start_date": "YYYY-MM-DD",
  "end_date": "YYYY-MM-DD"
}

Replace YYYY-MM-DD with the actual date in the format YYYY-MM-DD.

Example Use Case

Let's say you want to start a new series on MAL. You can use the following JSON format to pass in the start_date field:

{
  "start_date": "2022-01-01"
}

This will automatically update the start date of the series to 2022-01-01.

Updating the End Date

When you complete a series, you can use the following JSON format to pass in the end_date field:

{
  "end_date": "2022-01-31"
}

This will automatically update the end date of the series to 2022-01-31.

Conclusion

Updating the start_date and end_date fields on MAL can be a tedious task, but thanks to the information from the forum thread, we can now automate this process. By passing in the start_date and end_date fields in the correct format, we can save time and reduce errors. We hope this article has been helpful in understanding how to update the start_date and end_date fields on MAL.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while updating the start_date and end_date fields, please refer to the following troubleshooting guide:

  • Make sure you are using the correct format for the start_date and end_date fields.
  • Check that you are passing in the fields in the correct order.
  • Ensure that you are using the correct date format (YYYY-MM-DD).

FAQs

Q: How do I update the start date of a series? A: To update the start date of a series, use the following JSON format:

{
  "start_date": "YYYY-MM-DD"
}

Q: How do I the end date of a series? A: To update the end date of a series, use the following JSON format:

{
  "end_date": "YYYY-MM-DD"
}

Q: What is the correct format for the start and end dates? A: The correct format for the start and end dates is YYYY-MM-DD.

Introduction

In our previous article, we discussed how to update the start_date and end_date fields on MyAnimeList (MAL) when starting or ending a series. However, we know that there are still many questions and concerns about this process. In this article, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about updating the start_date and end_date fields on MAL.

Q&A

Q: How do I update the start date of a series?

A: To update the start date of a series, use the following JSON format:

{
  "start_date": "YYYY-MM-DD"
}

Replace YYYY-MM-DD with the actual date in the format YYYY-MM-DD.

Q: How do I update the end date of a series?

A: To update the end date of a series, use the following JSON format:

{
  "end_date": "YYYY-MM-DD"
}

Replace YYYY-MM-DD with the actual date in the format YYYY-MM-DD.

Q: What is the correct format for the start and end dates?

A: The correct format for the start and end dates is YYYY-MM-DD.

Q: How do I troubleshoot issues with updating the start and end dates?

A: To troubleshoot issues with updating the start and end dates, refer to the following troubleshooting guide:

  • Make sure you are using the correct format for the start_date and end_date fields.
  • Check that you are passing in the fields in the correct order.
  • Ensure that you are using the correct date format (YYYY-MM-DD).

Q: Can I update the start and end dates for multiple series at once?

A: Unfortunately, no. The current implementation only allows you to update the start and end dates for a single series at a time.

Q: How do I know if the update was successful?

A: After updating the start and end dates, you can check the series page to see if the changes were applied successfully.

Q: Can I undo the update if I make a mistake?

A: Yes, you can undo the update by deleting the start_date and end_date fields from the JSON payload.

Q: Is this feature available for all users?

A: Unfortunately, this feature is only available for users who have access to the MAL API.

Q: How do I get access to the MAL API?

A: To get access to the MAL API, you need to register for a MAL account and apply for API access through the MAL website.

Q: Can I use this feature with other MAL plugins or extensions?

A: Yes, you can use this feature with other MAL plugins or extensions, but you may need to modify the code to work with the specific plugin or extension.

Conclusion

We hope this Q&A article has been helpful in addressing some of the most frequently asked questions about updating the start_date and end_date fields on MAL. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while updating the start_date and _date fields, please refer to the following troubleshooting guide:

  • Make sure you are using the correct format for the start_date and end_date fields.
  • Check that you are passing in the fields in the correct order.
  • Ensure that you are using the correct date format (YYYY-MM-DD).

FAQs

Q: How do I update the start date of a series? A: To update the start date of a series, use the following JSON format:

{
  "start_date": "YYYY-MM-DD"
}

Q: How do I update the end date of a series? A: To update the end date of a series, use the following JSON format:

{
  "end_date": "YYYY-MM-DD"
}

Q: What is the correct format for the start and end dates? A: The correct format for the start and end dates is YYYY-MM-DD.

Q: How do I troubleshoot issues with updating the start and end dates? A: To troubleshoot issues with updating the start and end dates, refer to the troubleshooting guide above.