Duration Field

The Duration field type captures a span of time (e.g., hours, minutes, seconds) rather than a specific point on a clock. It is primarily used for tracking elapsed time, such as labor hours, machine runtime, or project length.

Duration Field Properties

• Basic Properties
• Input Behavior & Best Practices

Note: Every field in SnapApp shares a set of universal properties, such as Display and Edit settings, that are configured during creation.

To find more information on these foundational settings, please click the link below: SnapApp Fields Fundamentals

Basic Properties

The Basic Properties tab establishes the field’s identity and its relationship to the parent object.

Input Behavior & Best Practices

When users interact with a Duration field, the UI provides a clean, numeric-only input box.

Measurement Specifications

It is important to note that the Duration field only accepts numeric values. The interface does not automatically append or allow users to type text units such as “hours,” “mins,” or “sec” directly into the field.

Admin Recommendation: Explicit Labeling

Because the field does not display units, users may be unsure if they should enter 1.5 (hours) or 90 (minutes). To ensure data integrity, we strongly recommend specifying the unit of measurement directly in the Field Label.

• Poor Labeling: Appointment Length (Ambiguous)
• Recommended Labeling: Appointment Length (Minutes) or Labor Duration (Hours)

Pro-Tip: Consistency is key. Decide on a standard unit (e.g., always use Hours) for all Duration fields within an object to make your reporting and dashboard calculations much simpler.

Thank you for following these steps to configure your SnapApp components. Building a well-structured data environment is the first step toward creating a powerful, automated application that scales with your needs.

For further assistance, email us at snapapp@bluevector.ai