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How to Track Time Efficiently with TMetric for Firefox

Quick setup

1. Install the TMetric extension from the Firefox Add-ons store.
2. Sign in with your TMetric account or create one.
3. Pin the extension to the toolbar for quick access.

Start and stop timers

• Click the TMetric icon and press the Play button to start a timer for the current task.
• Use the Stop button to end the timer; the entry appears in your timesheet automatically.
• Tip: Use keyboard shortcuts (enable in extension settings) to start/stop without leaving the keyboard.

Use task and project context

• Before starting, select the correct project and task in the timer pop-up so time logs are attributed properly.
• Add a short description to each time entry for clearer reporting.

Time tracking modes

• Use manual mode when you need precise control—start and stop timers yourself.
• Use automatic tracking (if available) to capture activity and then convert it into time entries—review before saving.

Integrations and auto-detection

• Enable automatic tracking for supported web apps (issue trackers, project management tools) so the extension detects tasks and offers one-click tracking.
• Connect TMetric with tools like Jira, Trello, or ClickUp to synchronize tasks and reduce duplicated work.

Idle detection and corrections

• Enable idle detection in settings so long idle periods are flagged.
• Edit or merge time entries from the extension or web app to correct inaccuracies (split, change duration, reassign project).

Organize and batch entries

• Use the extension to quickly add short entries for small tasks throughout the day; consolidate them later in the web timesheet.
• Create common task templates or use favorites for frequently tracked tasks to speed entry creation.

Reporting and review

• Open the TMetric web dashboard for detailed reports (time by project, client, or team member).
• Schedule a weekly review: correct entries, fill gaps, and tag billable vs non-billable time.

Productivity tips

• Track every task for at least two weeks to understand where time goes—then set targets (e.g., reduce meetings by 20%).
• Use the Pomodoro method with TMetric: run 25-minute timers for focused work and 5-minute breaks; log each session.
• Block distracting sites in focus periods and keep the TMetric popup visible for accountability.

Troubleshooting common issues

• If the extension won’t start timers, update Firefox and the extension, then restart the browser.
• If tasks aren’t detected in an integrated app, reauthorize the integration in TMetric settings.
• For missing time entries, check idle detection logs or browser permissions (extension needs access to the active tab).

Short checklist to get efficient now

• Install and pin extension
• Set up projects/tasks and favorites
• Enable keyboard shortcuts and idle detection
• Track everything for two weeks, then analyze reports
• Use Pomodoro sessions and batch edits weekly

If you want, I can create a 2-week tracking plan or step-by-step keyboard shortcuts setup for Firefox.