Quick Start Guide

Get up and running in minutes

Overview

This guide will walk you through the essential steps to start tracking time with SimplyManage. By the end, you'll know how to:

  • Start and stop the timer
  • Add manual time entries
  • View your time on the calendar
  • Submit your timesheet

Step 1: Start the Timer

The easiest way to track time is using the built-in timer. Here's how:

  1. Click the play button in the header navigation bar
  2. Select a project from the dropdown
  3. Optionally add a description of what you're working on
  4. If you're working on a specific ticket, enter the ticket ID
  5. Click Start Timer

Keyboard Shortcut

You can also start the timer quickly by clicking directly on the timer icon in the header - it will expand to show the start form.

Step 2: Stop the Timer

When you're done working:

  1. Click the stop button next to the running timer
  2. Review the time entry details in the confirmation dialog
  3. Make any adjustments if needed
  4. Click Save to record your time

Your time entry is now saved and will appear in your timesheet and calendar view.

Step 3: View Your Calendar

To see all your time entries visually:

  1. Navigate to Calendar in the sidebar
  2. Browse through days, weeks, or months
  3. Click on any entry to view details or make edits

Step 4: Add Manual Time Entry

Sometimes you need to add time for work done in the past. To add a manual entry:

  1. Navigate to Timer in the sidebar
  2. Click Add Manual Entry
  3. Select the date and enter the duration
  4. Choose a project and add a description
  5. Click Save Entry

Info

Manual entries are useful for tracking meetings, calls, or any work where you forgot to start the timer.

Step 5: Submit Your Timesheet

At the end of each week, submit your timesheet for approval:

  1. Navigate to Timer and select the Timesheets tab
  2. Review your entries for the current week
  3. Make sure all entries are accurate
  4. Click Submit for Approval

Your manager will receive a notification and can approve or request changes to your timesheet.

Next Steps

Now that you know the basics, explore more features:

Tip

Need help with initial setup? Check our First Time Setup guide for detailed configuration instructions.
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