Edit or delete leave entries in the dashboard easily

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How to Edit or Delete Leave in the Dashboard


Learn how to efficiently edit or delete leave entries in your dashboard. This guide explains the steps to make adjustments or remove leave entries, ensuring accuracy and alignment with systems like Xero.


1. Editing Leave in the Dashboard


This section covers the steps to edit leave entries using the dashboard. You'll learn how to update dates, change leave types, and confirm changes with Xero if needed.

1.1 Accessing the Leave to Edit

Follow these steps to locate the leave entry you want to edit:

1.1.1 Click on the dashboard.

Screenshot showing the RosterElf dashboard

1.1.2 Open the archived section of your leave widget.

Screenshot highlighting the archived tab in the leave widget

1.1.3 Click on the leave you’d like to amend.

Screenshot of an archived leave entry that can be amended

1.2 Making Changes to the Leave

After accessing the leave, follow these steps to edit:

1.2.1 Click edit to open the edit window.

Screenshot showing the Edit button for a leave entry

1.2.2 Select the new dates and leave type and hit save.

Screenshot demonstrating how to select new leave dates and type

1.2.3 Confirm the changes if the leave has been sent to Xero.


2. Deleting Leave in the Dashboard


This section explains how to delete leave entries permanently from your dashboard.

2.1 Accessing the Leave to Delete

Follow these steps to locate the leave entry you want to delete:

2.1.1 Click on the dashboard.

Screenshot showing the RosterElf dashboard

2.1.2 Open the archived section of your leave widget.

Screenshot highlighting the archived tab in the leave widget

2.1.3 Click on the leave you’d like to delete.

Screenshot showing an archived leave entry selected for deletion

2.2 Deleting the Leave Entry

After accessing the leave, follow these steps to delete:

2.2.1 Click delete to open the delete confirmation.

Screenshot indicating the Delete button for a leave entry

2.2.2 Hit yes, delete to confirm.

Screenshot showing the final confirmation to delete a leave entry

Once confirmed, the leave entry is permanently deleted.


FAQs About Editing or Deleting Leave in the Dashboard


1. How do I edit a leave entry in the dashboard?
To edit a leave entry, click on the dashboard and access the archived section of your leave widget. Select the leave you want to amend, click edit, update the dates or leave type, and confirm the changes if they’ve been sent to Xero.

2. Can I change the leave type after submitting it to Xero?
Yes, you can change the leave type after submission. Access the leave entry, click edit, select the new leave type, and confirm the updates to ensure Xero reflects the changes.

3. How do I permanently delete a leave entry?
To delete a leave entry, access the dashboard and locate the archived section of your leave widget. Select the leave entry, click delete, and confirm by selecting yes, delete. The entry will be removed permanently.

4. What happens if I delete a leave entry synced with Xero?
If you delete a leave entry synced with Xero, the change won’t automatically reflect in Xero. You may need to manually update Xero to ensure your records stay consistent.

5. Where can I find leave entries to edit or delete?
You can find leave entries in the archived section of your leave widget on the dashboard. From there, you can select the specific entry to edit or delete.

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