Guide

How to Calculate Shift Length

Calculate shift length from clock-in time, clock-out time, unpaid breaks, and overnight shifts.

Formula

Shift Length = Clock Out - Clock In - Unpaid Breaks.

Overnight example

A 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM shift is 8.5 elapsed hours. With a 30 minute unpaid break, paid shift length is 8.0 hours.

Check the break input

Only enter break minutes that should be removed from paid time.

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FAQ

Can a shift cross midnight?

Yes. Treat the end time as the next day when it is earlier than the start time.

What if there is no break?

Use 0 break minutes.