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The Start Time and End Time Calculator calculates the duration between two time points. It provides an accurate measurement of time elapsed between a start time and an end time, expressed in hours.
The calculator uses the simple formula:
Where:
Explanation: The calculator automatically handles time calculations across midnight and provides the result in decimal hours format for precise measurement.
Details: Accurate time duration calculation is essential for various applications including work hour tracking, project management, billing calculations, sports timing, and scientific experiments.
Tips: Enter both start time and end time in 24-hour format. The calculator automatically handles overnight durations (when end time is earlier than start time, it assumes the next day).
Q1: What time format should I use?
A: Use the 24-hour time format (HH:MM) for accurate calculations. The calculator provides a time picker for easy input.
Q2: How does the calculator handle overnight durations?
A: If the end time is earlier than the start time, the calculator automatically assumes the end time is on the following day and calculates accordingly.
Q3: Can I calculate durations longer than 24 hours?
A: This calculator is designed for single-day or overnight durations. For multi-day calculations, additional date inputs would be required.
Q4: How precise is the duration calculation?
A: The calculation is precise to two decimal places, providing results in hours with minute accuracy (e.g., 1.50 hours = 1 hour 30 minutes).
Q5: What are common applications of this calculator?
A: Common uses include calculating work shifts, meeting durations, travel times, exercise sessions, and any scenario requiring precise time interval measurement.