Easy Tech TutsHow to Use Time Tracking in Monday.com Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Manual timesheets are easy to forget and hard to reconcile at invoicing time. This guide covers Monday.com's built-in Time Tracking column, from starting and pausing timers on task rows to automating them with status changes, and exporting clean reports for client billing or payroll.
01Add the Time Tracking column
Add and configure the official Time Tracking Column on any operational board.
02Start, pause, and edit time logs
Use the column to start, pause, and manually edit time logs directly inside task rows or subitems.
03Review detailed history logs
Check the history logs to see exactly which team members contributed hours to an individual item.
04Automate timers with status changes
Set up automations to automatically start or stop the tracking timer when a status shifts, such as triggering the clock when a task moves to "In Progress."
05Track time across subitems
Extend time tracking to subitems for complex, multi-step project workflows.
06Build a productivity dashboard
Use the Time Tracking Widget to visualize total logged hours versus budget caps, then export clean reports for billing or payroll.
Frequently asked questions
Does the timer start automatically when work begins?
You can automate this by setting a rule that starts the timer when a task's status shifts to something like "In Progress."
Can I see who logged time on a task?
Yes, the history logs show exactly which team members contributed hours to a specific item.
Can I export time data for invoicing?
Yes, you can export time tracking report summaries into Excel or CSV format for client invoicing and payroll processing.
Does time tracking work on subitems too?
Yes, time can be tracked across subitems for complex, multi-step workflows.
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