Hours Calculator

Calculate time by adding or subtracting hours and minutes. Perfect for timesheets, project tracking, and scheduling calculations.

Hours Calculator

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Enter time values and click Calculate to see results

About Hours Calculator

Hours calculator provides comprehensive time calculation capabilities for tracking work hours, project durations, and time-based calculations. Add, subtract, and manage time entries with support for various time formats and automatic totaling.

Calculate time with multiple input formats, automatic addition and subtraction, decimal hours conversion, and bulk time entry management. The tool supports both 12-hour and 24-hour formats with instant results and copy functionality.

Perfect for timesheet management, project time tracking, payroll calculations, scheduling coordination, and freelance work billing. Essential for contractors, project managers, HR departments, and anyone needing accurate time calculations.

Accurate time calculations with automatic format conversion, professional timesheet support, and error-free arithmetic. Eliminates manual calculation errors and provides instant results in multiple formats for various business needs.

Key Features

  • Multiple time format support (HH:MM and decimal)
  • Automatic addition and subtraction operations
  • Bulk time entry management
  • Instant results with copy functionality
  • Support for both 12-hour and 24-hour formats
  • Professional timesheet calculations

Hours Calculator Frequently Asked Questions

What time formats are supported?

Our calculator supports HH:MM format (like 8:30) and decimal hours (like 8.5). You can mix formats in the same calculation, and the tool automatically converts between them for accurate results.

How do I calculate overtime hours?

Enter your total hours worked and subtract your regular hours (typically 40 per week). The calculator will show the difference, which represents your overtime hours.

Can I subtract time periods?

Yes! Switch the operation mode to 'Subtract' to calculate time differences. This is useful for finding break durations, time between shifts, or project duration calculations.

How accurate are the decimal hour conversions?

Our conversions are precise to two decimal places. For example, 30 minutes = 0.50 hours, 15 minutes = 0.25 hours, and 45 minutes = 0.75 hours.

Can I use this for payroll calculations?

Absolutely! The calculator is perfect for timesheet totals, overtime calculations, and payroll preparation. The decimal format is especially useful for payroll systems.

Time Calculation Tips

  • Use consistent time formats for accuracy
  • Double-check AM/PM for 12-hour format entries
  • Keep track of break times separately if needed
  • Use decimal format for easier payroll integration
  • Verify overtime calculations against company policies
  • Save or copy results before clearing inputs

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