Reference for Processing version 1.5. If you have a previous version, use the reference included with your software. If you see any errors or have suggestions, please let us know. If you prefer a more technical reference, visit the Processing Javadoc.
| Name | millis() | 
|---|---|
| Examples | void draw() {
  float m = millis();
  fill(m % 255);
  rect(25, 25, 50, 50);
} | 
| Description | Returns the number of milliseconds (thousandths of a second) since starting an applet. This information is often used for timing animation sequences. | 
| Syntax | millis() | 
| Returns | int | 
| Usage | Web & Application | 
| Related | millis() second() minute() hour() day() month() year() | 

