Overview
Timesheet export formats enable time tracking data to be extracted from software systems into various file types for use in other applications, record keeping, or manual processing. This functionality is essential for payroll, billing, and compliance purposes.
CSV (Comma-Separated Values)
- Universal format readable by spreadsheet applications
- Easy to import into accounting and payroll systems
- Customizable column selection
- Lightweight file size
Excel (XLSX/XLS)
- Formatted spreadsheets with formulas
- Multiple worksheets for different data views
- Charts and pivot tables included
- Ready for analysis and manipulation
PDF
- Professional presentation format
- Client-ready billing documentation
- Printable timesheets and reports
- Uneditable final records
JSON
- API-friendly structured data
- Easy programmatic access
- Ideal for custom integrations
- Machine-readable format
QuickBooks IIF
- Direct import to QuickBooks
- Pre-formatted for accounting software
- Maintains chart of accounts structure
Export Scope Options
Time Period Selection
- Custom date ranges
- Specific pay periods
- Month/quarter/year selections
- Multi-period comparisons
User Filtering
- Individual employees
- Teams or departments
- All users
- Client-specific resources
Data Elements
- Time entries with descriptions
- Project and task breakdowns
- Billable vs. non-billable hours
- Cost and billing calculations
- Custom fields and tags
Use Cases
Payroll Processing
Export approved timesheets in payroll system format for wage calculation
Client Billing
Generate PDF reports showing billable hours for invoice backup
Accounting Integration
Export data in accounting software format for financial records
Compliance Audits
Produce historical timesheet records for labor law compliance
Data Analysis
Extract raw data for custom analytics and reporting
Best Practices
- Standardize export formats across organization
- Schedule regular automated exports
- Verify data accuracy before export
- Maintain exported files as records
- Test import processes with destination systems
- Document export procedures for consistency
