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title: "Add Work Times with Clock In"
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# Add Work Times with Clock In

How to add work times with clock in

You may already know the way to create a work record manually. Now it’s time to learn how to create a work record by clocking in! 🕑

## **1\. Open the TimeChief App**

-   Start by launching the TimeChief app on your device.
    

## **2\. Tap the Plus Button**

-   On the main screen, you’ll see an overview of your week. To create a new work record, tap the **+** button located in the bottom right corner of your screen.
    

## **3\. Select Clock In**

-   From the options that appear, select **Clock in**.
    
-   The timer will appear, displaying your current working time in real-time.
    

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## **4\. Edit the Record if Necessary**

-   If you need to adjust details such as your hourly rate or add a note, tap **Edit**. Make the necessary changes, then save your updated record.
    

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## **5\. View Record Details**

-   Swipe up on the timer to see all the details of your current work record.
    
-   To hide the details, simply swipe down.
    

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## **6\. Hide the Timer**

-   If you want to temporarily hide the timer, swipe left or right.
    

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## **7\. Pause or Stop the Timer**

-   If you need to take a break, tap **Pause**. This will pause the timer, and you can resume it when you’re ready to continue working.
    
-   When you’ve finished working, tap the **Stop** icon to end the recording.
    

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After creating your work record, you'll see it on the main screen. Tap on it to see the details.

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Using the clock-in feature simplifies the process of tracking your work hours, ensuring accuracy and ease in managing your time.  
  
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