Logging Time from a Task in Astravue
Why This Feature Exists
Not every workflow depends on a running timer. Many teams prefer entering time after completing the work—especially when tasks are done in batches, meetings happen offline, or work spans multiple short intervals.
Without a simple way to log time directly from a task, teams often face these problems:
Forgetting to start/stop timers
Guessing hours at the end of the day
Inconsistent timesheets
Missing billable entries
Poor visibility into actual project effort
Astravue solves this by allowing you to open any task and enter time instantly—either manually or using a time range—so your project timesheet remains accurate even if you didn’t use the live timer.
1. Open the Task
Navigate to the relevant Project.
Click to open the Task you want to update.
2. Go to Time Track
Under Properties, click Time Track.
Option 1: Start a Timer from the Task
Click Start Timer.
The timer will begin running immediately.
The running timer will appear in the Clock icon on the home page, so you can monitor or manage it easily.
Option 2: Enter Time Manually
If you don’t want automatic tracking:
A. Add Manual Time
Click Add Time.
Enter the total hours/minutes directly.
Choose Billable or Non-Billable.
Add Notes if needed.
Perfect when you already know how long the work took.
Option 3: Add Time Using a Time Range
Select Time Range.
Enter the Start Time and End Time.
Mark the entry as Billable or Non-Billable.
Add notes for context.
Great for logging meetings, calls, or work done offline.
Updating Existing Time Entries
If you want to edit or add more time:
Click the existing Time Track entry with time details.
Update the value or add additional time.
The total time will automatically adjust, combining all recorded durations.
What This Solves
This feature ensures:
No dependency on remembering to start timers
Accurate time logs even for offline or fragmented work
Cleaner task and project-level timesheets
Flexibility for different working styles
Clear billable/non-billable breakdown
Faster auditing and reporting
Whether you track time live or prefer manual updates, Astravue gives you complete control over how you maintain your timesheet.
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