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Employee User Guide

A quick guide to help you get started with Atto and manage your workday

Updated over a week ago

Atto makes it easy to clock in, track time, view your schedule, and manage your time off — all from one app.

Whether you’re using Atto to track your hours, check your shifts, or download your timesheet, this guide walks you through everything you need to know.


Getting Started with Atto

Accepting Your Invite

To begin, you’ll receive an invite from your employer. This can come in one of two ways:

  • Email Invitation

    Tap Create Account from your inbox and follow the instructions.

  • Direct Invite Link

    If your manager or admin shares a link directly, click it to begin setup.


Set Up Your Account

Enter your full name and create a password.

You’ll also be asked to confirm your email to activate your account.

Download the Mobile App

To track your time, review your schedule, and manage your workday on the go, download the Atto app:


Using the Atto App

Atto is built to be easy and flexible. You’ll find five main tabs:

Dashboard, Chat, Time Clock, Reports, and Settings.


1. Dashboard

Your Dashboard gives you a quick overview of your day — including your shift schedule, hours worked, and any time off.

Sections on the Dashboard include:

  • Schedule - See your assigned shifts and plan your workdays.

  • Shift Requests - Manage Trade, Cover & Time Off Requests from you or your teammates.

  • Time Off - Review, request, and check the status of time off.

  • Today’s Shift - Shows your current status — clocked in, on break, clocked out, or not yet working. Displays today’s scheduled shift or a Start Unscheduled Shift button to track time manually.

  • Upcoming Shifts - View your scheduled shifts for the week. Tap All Shifts for the full list.

  • This Week (Overview)

    Quick summary of:

    • Estimated Pay

    • Total Paid Hours

    • Miles Tracked (if enabled by your admin)

    • Time Off Taken

    Tap All Reports for detailed breakdowns.

  • Requests

    Shows pending Time Off, Trade, and Cover Requests, with counts to help you prioritize.

| The Dashboard keeps everything you need at a glance, so you can manage your workday easily.


​Using the Plus (+) Button

Tap the ( + ) button in the top-right to manually create entries if permitted by your admin:

  • Add a Time Card – Log hours if you forgot to clock in.

  • Request Time Off – Submit leave requests.

  • Add a Drive – Record mileage for business-related trips.

| Note: Manual entries must be enabled by your admin.


2. Chat

Atto Chat keeps all work-related communication in one place.

  • Ask shift-related questions

  • Share quick updates

  • Keep work chats separate from personal apps


3. Time Clock

This is where you clock in and out, take breaks, and track jobs during your shift.

Clocking In & Out

  • Tap Clock In to start your workday.

  • Tap Clock Out when your shift ends.

| Your hours will be recorded and saved in your Timesheets under Reports.

Using Job Codes

Job codes help track time spent on specific tasks or projects.

  • Select a Job Code when clocking in (if required).

  • Tap Switch Job to change tasks without ending your shift.

  • Clocking out ends the job automatically.

Taking Breaks

Tap Take Break when pausing work. If prompted, select the break type.

  • Tap End Break to return to work.

  • Some companies use automatic breaks, so the button may not appear.

| Break rules are managed by your admin, and some require selecting a break type before starting.

Adding Notes & Attachments


You can add context to your time entries by:

  • Tapping Add Notes to leave a comment

  • Attaching up to 5 images to support the entry

| Only one note update is allowed per time card.

Location Tracking & Clock-In Rules

  • Enable location permissions in your device for accurate tracking.

  • Some companies require being at a specific job site to clock in.

  • If clock-in fails, check your GPS or move closer to the job site.

For more help, visit: 🔗 Clock-In Issues and Solutions


4. Reports

The Reports tab gives you access to your full work history — including hours worked, estimated pay, time off, and mileage.

Timesheets

  • See a breakdown of regular hours, overtime, breaks, and time off

  • Tap any entry in Work Hours to view time cards for that day

  • Tap a time card to open a Timeline View with detailed tracking​

Pay

  • View your Estimated Pay

  • See Payroll Details, such as Paid Hours, Paid Breaks, and PTO

  • Choose any past pay period to explore its details

Miles (If enabled)

  • Review total miles (or kilometers) driven for work

  • See each drive’s distance, value, and any tolls or parking fees

Job Codes

  • Track time spent on specific jobs or tasks

  • Use this to understand how your hours are divided across different projects

Time Off

  • See a full log of approved time off

  • Check upcoming leave and past requests

| For pending or declined time-off requests, check the Time Off Requests section in the Dashboard.

Downloading Reports

Tap the download icon (↓) in the top-right to export reports. Available reports include:

  • Timesheet Report

  • Job Code Report

  • Mileage Report

| These can be saved or shared as needed for your own records or reimbursement.

Adding Manual Entries (If enabled by your admin)

If your admin has given permission, you can manually log work hours, time off, or drives.

Tap the ( + ) button in the top-right corner to:

  • Add a Time Card

  • Request Time Off

  • Add a Drive

Manual entries are helpful when you need to add something that wasn’t tracked in real time. Always double-check with your admin if you’re unsure when to use this option.


5. Settings

Customize how Atto works for you.

  • User Profile – Update your name, email, or password

  • Notifications & Reminders – Set up alerts for:

    • Clock-In/Out

    • Job site arrival or departure

    • Shift reminders

    • Long work sessions

    • Time-off activity

  • Help Center – Find step-by-step guides and answers to common questions

  • Feedback & Support – Reach out to the Atto team if you need help


Best Practices for Using Atto

  • Always clock in and out on time for accurate tracking

  • Use notes or photos to add context to your shifts

  • Submit time-off requests early to help your manager plan

  • Review your Reports tab weekly to stay informed

  • Use Chat for work-related conversations

  • Keep the app updated for the best experience


Need more help?

Just message us via in-app chat or reach out to our team — we’ve got you.

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