1. What is Duration Calculation?

The duration calculation determines the time difference between two points in time (In Time and Out Time). It's commonly used for tracking work hours, parking durations, or any time-based measurements.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple duration formula:

Where:

• In Time — The starting time point
• Out Time — The ending time point

Explanation: The calculation accounts for both hours and minutes, and can handle overnight durations (when Out Time is the next day).

3. Importance of Time Duration Calculation

Details: Accurate time duration calculation is crucial for payroll processing, billing systems, time tracking, and various scheduling applications.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both In Time and Out Time in 24-hour format. The calculator will automatically handle overnight durations and provide results in hours and minutes.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can this handle durations across midnight?
A: Yes, the calculator correctly calculates durations even when the Out Time is on the following day.

Q2: What time format should I use?
A: The calculator uses the 24-hour format (HH:MM). For example, 2:00 PM should be entered as 14:00.

Q3: How precise is the calculation?
A: The calculation is precise to the minute. Seconds are not considered in this version.

Q4: Can I calculate durations longer than 24 hours?
A: Yes, the calculator can handle durations of any length and will display the total hours and minutes.

Q5: Is there a way to calculate in decimal hours?
A: This version displays hours and minutes separately. For decimal hours, divide the minutes by 60 and add to the hours.