How to Use the Time Sheet Calculator

A Time Sheet Calculator is a tool that allows you to calculate the total hours worked between a start and end time, including deductions for breaks.

What It Does:

This calculator is especially useful for employees, freelancers, or anyone tracking billable hours. You simply input the time you started working, when you finished, and how long your break was—and it calculates the total working hours for you.

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Steps to Use:

1. Enter Start Time – Select the time you began work (e.g., 09:00).
2. Enter End Time – Input the time you stopped working (e.g., 17:30).
3. Break Duration – If you took a break (e.g., lunch), input it in minutes.
4. Click “Calculate Hours Worked” – The result will show you the total time you worked, minus any break time.

The calculator also handles overnight shifts automatically (e.g., starting at 10 PM and ending at 6 AM).

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Time Sheet Calculator FAQ

Q1: Can this handle overnight shifts?
A: Yes, the calculator will correctly compute periods that cross midnight.

Q2: Is the break time mandatory?
A: No, it’s optional. If you don’t enter it, it will assume 0 0-minute break.

Q3: Does it round the result?
A: The total time is shown in decimal format, rounded to two decimal places.

Q4: What if I forget to input time?
A: The calculator alerts you to enter both start and end times.

Q5: Can I use this for multiple days?
A: This version calculates one work period at a time. For multi-day logs, repeat the process or integrate it with a spreadsheet.