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How to Create an Employee Clock In - Clock Out Shortcut

This article outlines how to create a desktop shortcut for Employee Clock In - Clock Out, enabling employees to access the function without logging into the C-Store Essentials account

Updated over a month ago

Step-by-Step Process

  1. Go to C-Store Essentials Web Account

    • You can access C-Store Essentials by clicking here or going to https://secure.cstorepro.com

      • Click the “Forgot Password” button if you need help resetting your password

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  2. Navigate to the Payroll Section

    • On the left side of the screen, click on the Payroll option

    • Next click on the Settings button

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  3. Copy the Employee Clock In Link

    • Locate the Link for Employee Clock In

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    • Next copy the Link for Employee Clock In

      • Click on text area

      • Ctrl+A to select All

      • Ctrl+C to Copy

  4. Create the Shortcut on Your Desktop

    • Right-click on your computer desktop

    • Select New and then click Shortcut

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    • Under "Type the location of the item," paste the copied link

    • Then, click Next

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    • Under "Type a name for this shortcut," type Employee Clock In - Clock Out

    • Then, click Finish

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  • Your desktop now displays a shortcut for employees to clock in and clock out daily without accessing the C-Store Essentials account

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💡 Note: The Employee Clock In - Clock Out feature is part of the C-Store Essentials payroll function and is not integrated with the point-of-sale register

Frequently Asked Questions

Can employees use the shortcut on any computer?

  • The shortcut must be created on the specific desktop where employees will clock in and clock out.

  • It does not transfer between computers unless the same process is followed to create the shortcut on each device.

Does the Employee Clock In - Clock Out feature sync with point of sale registers?

  • No, the Employee Clock In - Clock Out feature is a standalone payroll function in C-Store Essentials and is not integrated with point-of-sale registers.

Can I generate timesheet reports from the Employee Clock In - Clock Out feature?

  • Yes, the Employee Clock In - Clock Out function allows you to generate detailed timesheet reports within the C-Store Essentials platform.

What happens if I lose the desktop shortcut?

  • You can recreate the shortcut by repeating the steps provided in this article.

  • Ensure you copy the Employee Clock In link again from the Payroll > Settings section of your C-Store Essentials account.

Can multiple employees use the same shortcut?

  • Yes, the shortcut allows all employees to clock in and clock out on the same device, provided it is configured for shared use.

Is there an alternative to using a desktop shortcut?

  • Employees can log in directly to the C-Store Essentials account to clock in and clock out, but the shortcut provides a quicker and more efficient method.

Can this feature be used for remote employees?

  • The Employee Clock In - Clock Out shortcut is designed for in-store use.

  • Remote employees would need separate access to clock in and clock out via the C-Store Essentials platform.

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