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IFTTT - record timestamp (rather than time range) in Google Calendar

I created an IFTTT recipe that logs the time I arrive and leave work every day, but it always records it in 1hr blocks.

I'm using iPhone's location to track when I arrive and leave. Everything seems to be working, but calendar events are showing as 1hr blocks rather than just a timestamp.

For example, if I arrive at 8:05am it will show as a block on my calendar from 8:05 to 9:05 rather than just showing for one minute. I'd rather it just say "I arrived at work at 8:05". Thanks in advance!

Solution

  • Am I right in assuming you used the default "Track your work hours in Google Calendar" applet made by Google ?

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    It uses the Quick add event action to add this event to your calendar. Instead, create your own version of the applet that uses the Create a detailed event action. This allows you to set the following parameters (specifically, it includes Start time and End time):

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    You can set the start time and end time to the same value, but it will, of course, still read as an event that runs from e.g. 9:05 to 9:05.

    If you want to record just a single timestamp, you will need to use a different service to store your data. Perhaps record the data in a Google spreadsheet ?

    Any queries, post a comment and I'll get back to you.