Time Tracking Cards in ClickUp

ClickUp includes time tracking cards that let you quickly view, start, stop, and log time directly from your task cards in several views. This guide explains how to enable and use these cards so you can manage task time more efficiently.

What are Time Tracking Cards in ClickUp?

Time tracking cards display key time information on each task, so you do not have to open the full task view. They work with the Time Tracking ClickApp and the Time Estimated ClickApp.

With these cards, you can:

• See the total time already tracked on a task.
• Start or stop a timer from the task card.
• Quickly add manual time entries.
• View and adjust time estimates.

These cards are visible in specific views and require the appropriate ClickApps to be enabled.

Requirements for Using ClickUp Time Tracking Cards

Before you see time tracking cards on tasks, certain workspace-level settings must be turned on.

Enable Time Tracking ClickApp in ClickUp

1. Open your workspace settings.
2. Navigate to the ClickApps section.
3. Locate the Time Tracking ClickApp.
4. Toggle it on for the Spaces where you want to track time.

Once enabled, you can track time on tasks, and the related cards can be shown on compatible views.

Enable Time Estimated ClickApp in ClickUp (Optional)

If you also want to show time estimates on task cards, turn on the Time Estimated ClickApp.

1. Go to workspace settings.
2. Select ClickApps.
3. Find Time Estimated and toggle it on.
4. Choose the Spaces where you want to use estimates.

When this ClickApp is active, you can add and display estimated time per task alongside tracked time.

Where Time Tracking Cards Appear in ClickUp

Time tracking cards appear only in specific views and layouts. Make sure you are using one of these supported options.

List View with Time Tracking Cards

In List view, you can show time tracking details on each task row using Task Card Settings.

1. Open a List view in your Space, Folder, or List.
2. Select the Task Card Settings icon from the toolbar.
3. In the Time Tracking section, turn on the following options as needed:
   • Time tracked: Shows the total time logged on the task.
   • Tracked and remaining: Shows tracked time plus remaining time based on estimates.
   • Assigned time estimate: Shows the estimated time assigned to the task.

When enabled, the selected time tracking information appears on each task row next to other key task details.

Board View with Time Tracking Cards

In Board view, time tracking cards appear at the bottom of each task card when configured.

1. Open a Board view in your preferred location.
2. Click the Task Card Settings icon in the top-right of the view.
3. Scroll to the Time Tracking options.
4. Choose which time tracking data to show:
   • Time tracked
   • Tracked and remaining
   • Assigned time estimate

The chosen time tracking cards will then display directly on the task cards within each column, making it easy to scan progress by status.

Calendar View with Time Tracking Cards

In Calendar view, you can also surface time tracking information on task cards.

1. Open a Calendar view.
2. Click the Task Card Settings icon.
3. Enable the desired options under Time Tracking:
   • Time tracked
   • Tracked and remaining
   • Assigned time estimate

Time tracking cards then appear inside each calendar item, helping you see daily or weekly workload and time usage at a glance.

How to Use ClickUp Time Tracking Cards

Once visible, time tracking cards provide quick actions and clear information on task time.

Start and Stop Timers from Task Cards

You can start and stop a timer directly, without opening the full task view.

1. Locate the task in List, Board, or Calendar view.
2. On the time tracking card, click the play button to start a timer.
3. When you finish working, click the stop button on the same card.

The tracked time is automatically recorded and added to the total visible on the card.

Add Manual Time Entries from Cards

If you worked offline or forgot to start a timer in ClickUp, you can add time manually.

1. Find the task with the time tracking card.
2. Click on the time value shown on the card.
3. Choose the option to add a manual time entry.
4. Enter the duration, date, and any notes.
5. Save the entry.

The card updates to reflect the new total tracked time.

Review Tracked vs Estimated Time in ClickUp

When both time tracking and estimates are enabled, you can compare them directly on the task cards.

• Tracked shows total logged time.
• Remaining is calculated from the estimate minus tracked time.
• Assigned time estimate shows the planned duration.

This makes it easier to see potential overruns and adjust workloads without opening each task in full detail.

Tips for Managing Time with ClickUp Cards

• Enable only the most relevant time tracking fields to keep task cards clean and readable.
• Use estimates on tasks where you need to compare planned vs actual time.
• Regularly review tracked and remaining time in List view for capacity planning.
• Combine Calendar view and time tracking cards to monitor daily utilization.

More Resources on ClickUp Time Tracking

To dive deeper into the full feature set, refer to the official Time Tracking cards documentation on the ClickUp Help Center: Time Tracking cards article.

If you need strategic guidance on implementing time tracking workflows or optimizing your workspace setup, you can also explore consulting resources such as Consultevo for additional support.

By configuring time tracking cards correctly, you can turn each ClickUp task card into a compact control panel for logging work, tracking progress, and staying on schedule.

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