How to use Shift Planner
Choose the first shift date, days on, days off and number of cycles, then generate and review the repeating work-and-rest schedule.
What the tool does
Generate a repeating shift schedule from a first shift date, days on, days off and number of cycles.
Supported inputs
First shift date, Days on, Days off, and Number of cycles.
Actual output
A structured plan or workspace based on the details entered, with the relevant save, copy or export actions supported by the tool.
Privacy and processing
The calculation runs locally in the browser.
Limitations
Calendar and time results depend on the entered dates, times, timezone and any weekend, holiday, break or endpoint assumptions shown by the tool.
Common mistakes
Confirm start and end values, timezone or business-day assumptions where relevant, and check whether endpoints or breaks are included.
Frequently asked questions
What can I use Shift Planner for?
Generate a repeating shift schedule from a first shift date, days on, days off and number of cycles.
What input does Shift Planner accept?
First shift date, Days on, Days off, and Number of cycles.
What should I check after using Shift Planner?
Calendar and time results depend on the entered dates, times, timezone and any weekend, holiday, break or endpoint assumptions shown by the tool.
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