Quick answer: You can log time in Teamwork.com in two ways: start a timer from the task (or Quick add › Start timer) as you work, or add entries in Time › My timesheet. Log time against a task, mark it billable or non-billable, and submit your timesheet if your team uses approvals.
What
Track time with timers, add or fix entries in My timesheet, and submit your timesheet if your team uses approvals.
Why
Your time is how your team bills clients, tracks budgets and plans future work. Accurate time means accurate invoices.
Who
Anyone who logs time in Teamwork.com.

This is step 4 of 5 in the Team Member onboarding path. About 10 minutes.

How do I log time in Teamwork.com?

Option 1: Use a timer as you work

  1. Start a timer from the task itself by clicking its clock or play icon. Or open Quick add and select Start timer (shortcut: hold Q, then press S).
  2. Choose the project and task, add a short description, and mark it billable or non-billable.
  3. Pause the timer when you take a break, and resume when you come back.
  4. When you finish, click stop, check the details, and select Log time.

Option 2: Add time in your timesheet

  1. Select Time in the main navigation, then open the My timesheet tab.
  2. Choose Sheet or Calendar view.
  3. Pick the day, choose the project or task, and enter the time with a description.
  4. Save the entry.

How do I check and submit my time?

  1. At the end of each day or week, check My timesheet for gaps or mistakes, and fix them.
  2. If your team uses timesheet approvals, submit your timesheet for the period so your approver can review it.

Tip: Always log time against a task, not just the project. It makes reports and invoices much clearer.

How do I know this step is done?

  • You have logged time on a task using a timer or your timesheet.
  • You know how to check and, if needed, submit your timesheet.

Next step: Step 5: Set up your notifications and the mobile app.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a shortcut to start a timer?

Yes. Hold Q, then press S to open Quick add and start a timer.

Should I log time against a task or a project?

A task. Logging time against a task, not just the project, makes reports and invoices much clearer.

Do I need to submit my timesheet?

Only if your team uses timesheet approvals. If it does, submit your timesheet for the period so your approver can review it.

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