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How to update the punch state settings for fingerprint timeclock

Overview

A step-by-step guide on updating the punch state settings for your NextGen Workforce fingerprint timeclock. Learn how to configure settings to ensure accurate tracking of employee clock-ins, clock-outs, breaks, and other punch states. By following these instructions, administrators can streamline attendance management, reduce errors, and enhance payroll efficiency using the timeclock customizable features.

Punch State Options

Navigation: Time Clock Main Menu → Personalize → Shortcut Key Mappings


How to Update Shortcut Key Settings

Navigation: Time Clock Main Menu → Personalize → Shortcut Key Mappings

The shortcut keys can be punch state (in/out) keys or menu function keys.

Note: Static values for clock punch state

Clock IN = 0
Clock Out = 1
Break Start = 3
Paid Break Start = 4
Break End = 2

These keys are visible on the device’s home screen.

Function Key Punch State = Value
F1 Check-In = 0
F2 Check-Out = 1
F4 Break-In/Break-Start = 3
F3 Break-Out/Break-End = 2

How do I remove the Break Keys selection option from the Timeclock Home Screen?

Navigation: Time Clock Main Menu → Personalize → Shortcut Key Mappings

  • Tap on the shortcut key for Break In or Out
  • Tap on the function and set it to “Undefined“.

Need Help!

If you possess a face-reader time timeclock: How to Update the Punch State Settings for Facereaders.

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