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# "Time tracking" section

## Overview

The time tracker is designed to provide users with accurate data on task execution time. It records the duration from when performer starts working on a task to the point when task was finished, ensuring you have precise metrics. Whether you are managing tasks or monitoring the time spent on them, this documentation will give you all the essential details you need.

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## Key elements of "Time tracking" section

* **"Time limit"** - time that was allocated for task execution. It can only be set during the creation of the [Task Template](/manuals/product-management/product-configuration/workflows/task-template.md#setting-time-limit).
* **"Start" button -** pressing this button initiates the time countdown and changes the task status to "In progress".&#x20;
* **"Finish" button -** pressing this button stops the time tracking and changes the task status to "Done".
* **"Started"** - indicates the date and time when the task was first marked as "In Progress".

## Use cases

### Starting timer

1. Click "Start" button

{% hint style="info" %}
System changes task status to "In progress" and starts time countdown.
{% endhint %}

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### Pausing timer

1. Click "Pause" button

{% hint style="info" %}
System changes task status to "On hold" and pauses time counting.
{% endhint %}

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### Finishing the task

1. Click "Finish" button

{% hint style="info" %}
System changes task status to "Done", stops time counting and shows time summary.
{% endhint %}

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## QA

1. **Why is the "Start" timer button disabled?**

   The button is disabled when the task is in the "In Queue" state, indicating that it cannot be started yet.
2. **What does it mean if the timer is red on the progress bar?**

   A red timer on the progress bar indicates that the allocated time limit for task execution has been reached. This means performer(-s) have exceeded the task's time limit.


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