1. What is Time Duration?

Time duration is the amount of time that passes between two specific points in time (start and end). It's a fundamental measurement used in various fields including science, business, and daily life.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the basic duration formula:

Where:

• Start Time — The beginning point of the time period
• End Time — The ending point of the time period

Explanation: The calculator computes the difference between two datetime values and presents the result in hours as well as a detailed breakdown.

3. Importance of Time Calculation

Details: Accurate time duration calculation is essential for project management, work hour tracking, scientific experiments, billing systems, and many other applications where precise time measurement is required.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both start and end times using the datetime picker. The end time must be after the start time for valid results.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What time format should I use?
A: The calculator uses your browser's local datetime format. Just select the date and time using the provided picker.

Q2: Can I calculate durations across different days?
A: Yes, the calculator handles durations of any length, from seconds to multiple days or longer.

Q3: How precise is the calculation?
A: The calculation is precise to the second, though results are displayed in hours (with 2 decimal places) by default.

Q4: Does this account for daylight saving time?
A: The calculation is based on the exact timestamps you provide, so daylight saving changes between the start and end times may affect results.

Q5: Can I calculate future durations?
A: Yes, you can enter future dates/times, but the end time must still be after the start time.