Overview
The Create Shift page (Shift Table) allows you to define named work shifts with specific timings. These shifts are then assigned to employees via the Schedule Shift page. Every organization needs at least one shift defined before employees can be scheduled.
Shift Table Columns
| Column | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Shift | Name of the shift | General Shift, Night Shift, Part Time |
| Start Time | Shift start time | 6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:00 PM |
| End Time | Shift end time | 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 6:00 AM |
| Break Start | Break start time (optional — shows "-" if no break) | 1:00 PM |
| Break End | Break end time (optional) | 1:30 PM |
| Actions | View, Edit, and Delete buttons | — |
Creating a New Shift
- Navigate to Shifts > Create Shift from the sidebar
- (If applicable) Click the + button in the toolbar to open the form
- Enter the Shift Name (e.g., "General Shift", "First Shift", "Night Shift")
- Enter the Shift Short Code (e.g., GS, FS, NS)
- Select the Shift Start Time using the time picker
- Select the Shift End Time using the time picker
- (Optional) Set Meal Start Time and Meal End Time
- Click Submit to create the shift
- Click Reset to clear all fields
Common Shift Configurations
| Shift Name | Start | End | Meal Break | Work Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Shift | 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | 8 hours |
| Morning Shift | 6:00 AM | 2:00 PM | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 7.5 hours |
| Night Shift | 10:00 PM | 6:00 AM | 2:00 AM - 2:30 AM | 7.5 hours |
| Half Day | 9:00 AM | 1:00 PM | — | 4 hours |
Tip: For night shifts that span across midnight (e.g., 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM), set the end time to the next day — the system handles date crossover automatically.
Note: Shift duration (excluding breaks) determines the expected work hours. Attendance reports use this to calculate overtime and shortfall hours.