Timeclock: Punching In/Out

If you prefer a traditional "time clock" experience over manual entry, you can use the Punch In/Out feature. This tool automatically tracks and calculates the time spent on a specific Work Order.

Enabling the FeatureTo activate the Timeclock, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the Preferences Screen.
2. Locate Admin Options.
3. Toggle the setting found directly below the Time Tracking options.

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Time Tracking must be turned ON for this feature to appear.

Configuration Options

• Yes: Enables Punch In/Out. Time is logged under Actual Man Hours for the Work Order.
• No: Disables the feature; the Punch In/Out button will not appear.
• Yes, also update Inv Qty: Time is logged in Actual Man Hours AND automatically updates the Invoice Quantity field on the Work Order.

Critical Setup Rule: The "First Line" RuleThe system applies all recorded time to the very first line of the Work Order.

• Requirement: Ensure your first detail line is your Service/Labor line.
• Avoid: Do not put parts, supplies, or materials on the first line, or their quantities will be overwritten by your time clock hours.

How to Use the Timeclock

Once activated, a button will appear within your Work Orders:

• Punch In: Click the button to start the timer.

• Multiple Punches: You can punch in and out multiple times on the same Work Order. When you punch out a second time, the system will ask:
• Replace: Overwrites existing hours with the most recent session.
• Add: Adds the new time to the existing total (ideal for "pausing" your work).

After punching out, a confirmation message will verify that your time records have been updated.

Important Limitations

• One at a time: You cannot be punched into multiple Work Orders simultaneously. You must punch out of your current task before punching into a new one.