--- title: Using the Time Clock description: Learn how to log your time by clocking in/out, or manually recording shifts. --- [Skip to content](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Contact us](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) ![Untitled design (22)](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(22).png?width=75&height=75&name=Untitled%20design%20(22).png) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Contact us](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/kb-tickets/new) - [Go to ressiosoftware.com](https://www.ressiosoftware.com/) [Go to ressiosoftware.com](https://www.ressiosoftware.com/) Hello. How can we help? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Ressio Knowledge Base](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Feature guides](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/feature-guides?hsLang=en) 3. [Time Clock](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/feature-guides?hsLang=en#time-clock) # Using the Time Clock ## Learn how to log your time by clocking in/out, or manually recording shifts. 🕘 Ressio provides an easy way to log your time worked, either by clocking in/out on the job site, or by recording entire shifts at your convenience.🕔 #### Table of Contents 1. [Finding the time clock](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#finding) 2. [Clocking In/Out](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#clock-in-out) 3. [Recording Shifts](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#record-shift) 4. [Editing and Deleting Shifts](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#edit-delete-shift) 5. [Switching Shifts](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#switching) --- ### Finding the Time Clock The Time Clock can be used on the website, as well as on mobile. | **Web Browser** | **Mobile / Tablet** | | --- | --- | | ![Time Clock web1](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/Time%20Clock%20web1.png?width=424&height=637&name=Time%20Clock%20web1.png) | ![Time Clock](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/Time%20Clock.png?width=287&height=513&name=Time%20Clock.png) | --- [\[back to top\]](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#back-to-top) ### Clocking In/Out We recommend using the MOBILE app if you are required to clock in when arriving on-site, and to clock out when leaving. Select the green **Clock In** button and complete the form. Select **Clock In** at the bottom. ![clockinoutvid-ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/clockinoutvid-ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter.gif?width=325&height=579&name=clockinoutvid-ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter.gif) **Clock In Form:** **Project (required):** Select the project you are working on from the dropdown menu. **Cost Code:** Costs codes are important for accounting purposes. We recommend picking which code you think is most relevant to your job that day. It can be edited before payroll. **Description:** Describe what you are working on or note shift irregularities. **Enable Location:** If enabled, Time Clock can geolocate you when clocking in and clocking out ONLY.  ⚠️ It does not track you during your shift. ⚠️ **Optional Clock In field:** **Shift Type:** If this field is enabled, choose your shift type. Options typically include Standard, Overtime, PTO. Clock out in the same way Select **Clock Out** → **Submit and Finish** **✏️** Switching Projects or Cost codes? Clock Out and back in again. --- [\[back to top\]](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#top-of-page) ### Recording shifts Time clock also allows you to manually record time. This action can be done at any time, usually at the end of your shift or the week. #### From computer Select **Record shift** and fill out the form. Select **Submit and finish** at the bottom. ![RecordingShift-ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/RecordingShift-ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter.gif?width=600&height=338&name=RecordingShift-ezgif.com-video-to-gif-converter.gif) #### From mobile Select **Record shift** and fill out the form. Select **Submit and finish** at the bottom. ![Recording2024-07-24165613-ezgif.com-optimize](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/Recording2024-07-24165613-ezgif.com-optimize.gif?width=307&height=548&name=Recording2024-07-24165613-ezgif.com-optimize.gif) **Record shift form:** **Project (required):** Select the project you are working on from the dropdown menu. **Cost Code:** Costs codes are important for accounting purposes. We recommend picking which code you think is most relevant to your job that day. It can be edited before payroll. **Start (required):** Select DAY and START TIME. **Duration (required):** Select HOURS and MINUTES. Tap in MINUTES to enter custom time. **Description:** Describe what you are working on or note shift irregularities. **Optional Clock In field:** **Shift Type:** If this field is enabled, choose your shift type. Options typically include Standard, Overtime, PTO. --- [\[back to top\]](https://help.ressiosoftware.com/time-clock#top-of-page) ### Edit and Delete Shifts Your Admin may have enabled time editing.  🎗️ You can only edit if it has been **approved.**  ![Team member edit](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/Team%20member%20edit.jpg?width=400&height=566&name=Team%20member%20edit.jpg) **Deleting shifts**: Select DELETE at the bottom of the edit window to delete a shift. **Editing for other team members and field users** If it you have been enabled to edit shifts for others, you will see a pencil icon under actions on the time clock table. 1. Navigate to the **Time Clock** tab. 2. Click the **pencil icon** under **Actions.** 3. Edit shift and hit **Submit and finish**. ![download (21)](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/download%20(21).png?width=670&height=203&name=download%20(21).png) ![8da57b8e-9245-4575-bcbb-e11c60099e0f](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/8da57b8e-9245-4575-bcbb-e11c60099e0f.gif?width=670&height=432&name=8da57b8e-9245-4575-bcbb-e11c60099e0f.gif) --- #### Switching Shifts The new Switch Shift feature enhances efficiency when moving between shifts: - When clocked into a current shift, a new Switch Shift button appears ![download (5)-1](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/download%20(5)-1.png?width=394&height=160&name=download%20(5)-1.png) - Select **Switch Shift** to automatically pre-fill the details for a new shift. ![download (2)-1](https://43531900.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/43531900/hubfs/download%20(2)-1.png?width=670&height=392&name=download%20(2)-1.png) Review the form, making sure the shift type and project name are correct. Hit the "**Switch shift**" button on the bottom to switch to the new shift.  ⚠️ This process logs you out of the existing shift and immediately clocks you into the new one. --- If you have any questions or need further assistance, contact our support team at [support@ressiosoftware.com](mailto:support@ressiosoftware.com). 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