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# Tracking and managing your time

## Tracking and managing your time

Track time directly on the work order or through **Timesheets**.

Use timers when you need exact start and stop times.

In Android - OutSmart NEXT, time is usually registered in **Hours** or **Timesheets**.

### Time types

* Work
* Travel
* Break

### Register time on a work order

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

### Open the work order

Go to **Hours**.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Add or start time

Create a new time line or start a timer.

Choose the correct time type.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Save the entry

Confirm the start time, end time, and duration.

Save when the entry is correct.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

### Using timers

Start the timer when the activity starts.

Stop it when the activity ends.

Review the result before saving.

Depending on your setup, timers can be used for **Work**, **Travel**, and **Break**.

### Keep in mind

* Breaks can be registered separately.
* Travel can be stored apart from work time.
* Validation rules can require complete entries before completion.

### Use Timesheets when needed

Use **Timesheets** for time that does not belong to one work order.

This can include general hours, travel, and expenses.


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