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How to Request Time Off?
Updated over 3 months ago

Taking time off is essential in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Productive makes it simple to request and manage your time off, whether it's for a vacation, a half-day, or another reason. Here's a detailed guide to help you get through the process smoothly.

Step-by-Step Guide to Requesting Time Off

1) Accessing the Time Off Request

  • Go to the Time tab and select "Book time off"


  • Alternatively, you can select "Book time off" from the Time Off tab on your profile screen.

2) Selecting Dates and Category

  • In the time-off request calendar, choose the date range for your request.

  • Select the appropriate time-off category.

3) Adding Additional Information

  • You can add a note and upload one or more attachments if needed to provide additional relevant information about the time-off request.

4) Submitting the Request

  • Ensure all details are correct and select "Request X days" in the bottom right corner.

  • After requesting time off, the colors of the booked time off in your calendar will correspond to the color chosen to represent the time-off category in the Time off settings.

Tip: If you're unsure about which time-off category to choose, refer to the time-off category description ℹ️.

If descriptions are not available, make sure the account's admins add them in Settings > Time off for easier navigation.


5) Monitor the Request Status

  • After submitting your request, your Current and upcoming time off section located right below your time-off request calendar will show all your pending, approved, cancelled, and rejected time off.

  • Find out more about the time-off logs here.

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