Logging Time from a Task in Astravue

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.

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​How to Log Time Directly from a Task

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.
     

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This is where all time entries for the task are recorded.

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.

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Use this when you start work from inside a task instead of from the main timer panel.

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.

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Updating Existing Time Entries

If you want to edit or add more time:

  1. Click the existing Time Track entry with time details.

  2. Update the value or add additional time.

  3. The total time will automatically adjust, combining all recorded durations.

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Your task will always reflect the accurate total time spent, even after multiple entries.

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.