Clock-in Point Settings
Home > Admin Mode > Clock-in Records and Management > Clock-in Point SettingsAdministrators can go to Admin Mode on the Home page, click Clock-in Records and Management, and then select Clock-in Point Settings to access the clock-in point settings page. Here, administrators can configure clock-in points.
Number of Clock-in Points
Currently, SwipePoint allows a single organization to set up a maximum of 100 clock-in points, and each account can manage up to 2000 clock-in points.
If you require more clock-in points, please contact us directly.
Clock-in Point Names
Administrators can customize the names of clock-in points, such as Office, Tainan Branch, Warehouse, Construction Site, etc.
Clock-in Methods
Each clock-in point can have specific clock-in methods configured, including:
| No. | Clock-in Method |
|---|---|
| 1 | Button Click |
| 2 | Scan Fixed QR Code |
| 3 | Scan Dynamic QR Code |
| 4 | Scan NFC Tag |
| 5 | Restricted GPS Range |
| 6 | Restricted Bluetooth Range |
| 7 | Restricted Wi-Fi Access Point |
Clock-in Distance
The effective distance ranges for the different clock-in technologies used by SwipePoint are as follows:
| Clock-in Technology | Effective Range |
|---|---|
| GPS | Several meters to 1 km |
| Wi-Fi | Up to ~20 meters |
| Bluetooth | Up to ~10 meters |
| QR Code | Up to ~1 meter |
| NFC | Up to ~10 centimeters |
The approximate accuracy for each clock-in technology is as follows:
| Clock-in Technology | Accuracy |
|---|---|
| GPS | 5–10 meters |
| Wi-Fi | 5–15 meters |
| Bluetooth | 1–10 meters |
| QR Code | 10–30 centimeters |
| NFC | 0–2 centimeters |
- Accuracy may vary based on the version of the technology. Administrators are advised to perform onsite testing before making final decisions.
Distance ranking: GPS > Wi-Fi > Bluetooth > QR Code > NFC.
To effectively prevent attendance fraud, it is recommended to combine the above clock-in technologies with photo verification.
Enable Photo Clock-in
Once enabled, users must take a photo according to specific instructions during clock-in. Instructions may include taking a photo of a clock, a doorplate number, or other evidence that proves the actual location and time.
To use this feature, the organization creator must subscribe to the Premium "Storage Space" plan to enable cloud storage for photo clock-ins.
Force Recording of GPS Location for Clock-in
By default, "Force Recording of GPS Location for Clock-in" is disabled, allowing employees to optionally share their GPS coordinates when clocking in. If you prefer all employees to submit GPS location data during clock-in, enable "Force Recording of GPS Location for Clock-in."
GPS Positioning Notes
GPS positioning generally performs best in open, outdoor environments such as fields, oceans, or suburban areas due to optimal satellite signal reception. However, GPS cannot achieve 100% accuracy as various factors such as indoor environments, weather conditions, tall buildings in urban areas, satellite visibility, and potential electronic interference can affect signal reception. Indoors or underground, GPS signals may be blocked or reflected, and extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain or thick clouds can interfere with signals. In dense urban areas, buildings can also reflect or obstruct GPS signals, causing inaccuracies due to limited or weak satellite signal reception.
Important! GPS positioning cannot achieve 100% accuracy.
Enabling GPS Location
To enable GPS location on mobile devices, follow these steps:
iPhone/iPad (iOS) Devices
- Open Settings:
On your home screen, tap the "Settings" icon. - Privacy & Security:
Scroll down and tap "Privacy & Security". - Location Services:
Tap "Location Services" and ensure it is enabled. - SwipePoint App:
Scroll down to find the SwipePoint app and tap to enter settings. - Set Location Permissions:
Choose "While Using the App" or "Always" to enable GPS location for the app.
Android Devices
- Open Settings:
Find and tap the "Settings" icon from the home screen or app list. - Location:
Scroll down to "Location" or "Privacy" settings. - Enable Location Services:
Tap "Location" and ensure location services are enabled. - App Permissions:
In "Location" settings, tap "App Permissions" or "Location Permissions". - SwipePoint App:
Find and tap the SwipePoint app. - Set Location Permissions:
Choose "While Using the App" or "Always" to enable GPS location for the app.
These steps ensure administrators can effectively use GPS positioning. For high-accuracy location on certain Android devices, consider selecting a higher accuracy option within the "Location Mode."
Deleting Clock-in Points
Administrators wishing to delete a clock-in point can deactivate it from the right side of each clock-in point. Users (employees) will no longer see or use deactivated clock-in points.
Note that deactivating a clock-in point does not delete any existing scheduled shifts. To completely remove a clock-in point and its associated schedules, you must delete all shifts assigned to it and reconfigure shifts with a new clock-in point.
Allow Skipping Clock-in Point Selection
Home > Admin Mode > Organization > My Organization > Allow Skipping Clock-in Point SelectionAdministrators can go to Admin Mode on the Home page, click Organization, and then select My Organization.
- Enabled: Employees can click "Skip" during clock-in, allowing direct clock-in without selecting a clock-in point.
- Disabled: Employees must select a clock-in point to clock in; otherwise, they cannot proceed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How can I use LINE for clock-in?
A: SwipePoint currently provides seven methods: Button Click, Scan Fixed QR Code, Scan Dynamic QR Code, Scan NFC Tag, Restricted GPS Range, Restricted Bluetooth Range, and Restricted Wi-Fi Access Point. LINE-based clock-in is under development and testing, and will be released in the future.
Q2: How do I set up automatic clock-in?
A: Automatic clock-in requires specific device OS permissions, and cannot function smoothly across all devices. Testing also revealed abnormal battery drain issues. Our team is working on overcoming these difficulties. Automatic clock-in is currently in testing and development, and will be gradually released in the future.
Q3: When employees clock in, the clock-in point shown differs from the one set in the schedule. How can I fix this?
A: If this happens, first verify that the employee’s scheduled shift has the correct clock-in point set. Also ensure that the "Allow Skipping Clock-in Point Selection" setting is disabled; if it is enabled, employees can bypass selecting a clock-in point.
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