Admins can set specific working hours using the Fixed hours option within the advanced schedules. Here is how to do it:
Go to Settings & integrations → Settings and select Work schedules.
Add a new schedule or edit an existing one.
Enable the Advanced work schedule toggle.
Select Fixed hours.
Toggle ON the working days and leave weekends toggled OFF.
Enter the start and end times for the workday (e.g., 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
To add a break or lunch, click the + icon to split the day into two periods. For example, set 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The unscheduled hour from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM acts as the break.
Click the Copy icon next to the first day to easily apply these times to the rest of the week.
Why Set Working Hours?
Fixed hours give your schedule more detail than working days alone. You decide exactly when the workday starts and ends. You can also plan breaks, such as a lunch hour.
This is helpful for teams that keep set office hours or shifts. In addition, clear hours help everyone know when colleagues are available. If your team tracks leave in hours, an accurate schedule also keeps those deductions correct.
Helpful Tips
- Set up one full day first, then use the Copy icon to save time.
- Use two periods per day if you want to show a break.
- Create separate schedules for teams with different hours.
- Double-check the times before you save.
Do your people manage their own time? Then read how to set a flexible hours schedule. You can also review the types of work schedules in Day Off.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add a lunch break? Click the + icon to split the day into two periods. The gap between them acts as the break.
Do I need to enter times for every day? No. Set the first day, then click the Copy icon to apply the same times to the rest of the week.