How to Use the “Start Working” Timer in Easy8

Introduction

This guide will show you how to use the Start Working timer in Easy8. This is useful for logging time directly from a task without filling in a manual form. By using the timer, you can automatically track time, change task status, and assign tasks with a few clicks.

Target Audience

User + Administrator

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

Access to Easy8
A task assigned to you (or permission to assign it to yourself)
Timer settings configured in administration (if needed)

How to Use the Start Working Timer

Step 1: Open the Task

Go to your task list or project view.
Click on a task to open the task detail.

Step 2: Click “Start Working”

In the right sidebar, click the Start working button.

Note: When you click “Start working”:

The task status changes automatically (according to timer settings).
The task is assigned to you.

Step 3: Use Pause or Finish

You can pause the timer anytime by clicking the Pause button.

When returning to the task, click Continue to restart the timer.
When finished, click Finish to stop the timer.

Step 4: Review and Save Time Entry

After you click Finish, the log time page will open.
Time is pre-filled based on how long the timer was active.
Fill in the desired fields and click Save.

Step 5: Optional – Configure Timer Settings

Go to Administration >> Task timer settings.

Here you can configure:

Setting	Description
Start timer – Status	What status should be set when timer starts
Start timer – Assign	If the task should be automatically assigned to you
Stop timer – Status	What status should be set when timer stops
Stop timer – Assign	Who to assign the task to when the timer ends
Round time	Choose time rounding (e.g. 15 minutes)

Tip: If you start and stop the timer without pause, no rounding is applied. “From – To” times are filled in to maintain data consistency.

Troubleshooting

Timer button is missing
→ Make sure the task is assigned or you have rights to assign it.
Task not updating after starting timer
→ Check the timer configuration in the admin settings.

Conclusion

You have successfully used the Start Working timer in Easy8. This helps you log time quickly and consistently. You can now manage task time tracking more efficiently.