How to create a time tracking tool in Glide?

Discover how to create an effective time tracking tool with Glide. This step-by-step guide will help manage tasks, log work hours, and effortlessly enhance productivity.

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Overview

Creating a time tracking tool in Glide means using its easy-to-use interface and powerful features to build a functional and friendly app. First, get to know what Glide can do, like managing data through Google Sheets, custom UI components, and real-time updates. You'll need to set up your data structure, craft your screens, and use Glide's built-in tools to capture and show time entries. This guide takes you through every step, making sure your time tracking tool is efficient and works well, allowing for smooth time management and reporting.

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How to create a time tracking tool in Glide?

Step 1: Prepare the Data Source

Open up Google Sheets and start a fresh spreadsheet for tracking time.
Add these columns: Date, Employee Name, Task Description, Start Time, End Time, and Total Hours.
Make sure the column headers are clear and easy to understand.
Pop in some sample data to get a feel for how everything will look.

Step 2: Set Up Your Glide App

Head over to Glide Apps and either sign up or log in.
Hit "New Project" and pick "App from Google Sheet."
Connect the Google Sheet you just set up by selecting it from your Google Drive.

Step 3: Configure Basic Settings

Glide will whip up a basic layout for your app automatically. Take a look at the fields it generates.
Go to the "Layout" section and pick the view that best suits your data (List, Details, Cards, etc.).

Step 4: Design the Input Form

Navigate to the "Features" tab and click "Add Form Button."
Set up the Form Button, making sure the action is "Show Form Screen."
Match the form fields to your Google Sheet columns: Date, Employee Name, Task Description, Start Time, End Time.
Use "Date Picker" for the Date field, "Text Entry" for Employee Name and Task Description, and "Time Picker" for Start Time and End Time.

Step 5: Automate Total Hours Calculation

In your Google Sheet, add a new column called "Total Hours."
Use this formula to calculate total hours: =ARRAYFORMULA(IF(A2:A<>"", (HOUR(E2:E)-HOUR(D2:D)) + (MINUTE(E2:E)-MINUTE(D2:D))/60, ""))
Make sure this formula updates automatically as new entries come in through the app.

Step 6: Customize Display Options

Head back to Glide and go to the "Layout" section.
Decide how you want the data to be shown to users. Adjust visibility settings if needed, like showing only tasks for the logged-in user.
Turn on or off components like images, separators, and text boxes to make the user experience better.

Step 7: Add Filter and Sorting Options

In the "Layout" section, add filters to help users find relevant data quickly.
For example, set a filter for "Employee Name" to show only tasks for specific employees.
Set up sorting options, like sorting tasks by Date or Total Hours.

Step 8: Publish and Share Your App

Click the "Share" button in the top-right corner to publish your app.
Copy the link and share it with your team or anyone who needs to use the time tracking tool.
Regularly check the data and make updates in the Google Sheet or Glide app to keep everything accurate and effective.

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