$add

Reference type:Cheat sheetFormat:Syntax + example + use case

Reference group: Arithmetic expressions

What it does

Adds numeric values; date-plus-milliseconds behavior is supported in applicable cases.

Syntax

{$add: [expr, ...]}

Use case

Calculate totals or offsets.

$add: practical example
{ $project: { gross: { $add: ["$subtotal", "$tax", "$shipping"] } } }
💡 Explanation Adds numeric values; date-plus-milliseconds behavior is supported in applicable cases. When to use it Calculate totals or offsets.
Key Takeaways
  • Adds numeric values; date-plus-milliseconds behavior is supported in applicable cases.
  • Typical use: Calculate totals or offsets.