How to view your rostered shifts and manage them

This guide explains how to manage your rostered shifts using the RosterElf iOS and Android apps. You'll learn how to view your shifts, request a shift swap, get directions to your workplace, and add shifts to your device's calendar. These tools ensure you're always prepared and up-to-date with your work schedule. Shifts can be viewed up to 3 months in advance on both the web and smartphone apps.

1. Viewing your rostered shifts

You can easily check your upcoming and past shifts using the RosterElf app. This feature helps you stay organised by displaying detailed shift information for any selected day.

1.1. Open the app and tap My Shifts at the bottom of the screen.

1.2. Select the Shifts tab.

2. Requesting a shift swap

If you can't attend an upcoming shift, you can request a shift swap. This option is available up to 48 hours before the shift, depending on your organisation's settings.

2.1. Open the relevant shift and tap Shift Swap.

2.2. Provide a reason for the swap in the text box.

2.3. Tap Request Swap to submit the request.

3. Getting directions to work

This feature ensures you can navigate to any new work location easily using your phone's map app.

3.1. Open the app and tap the Address button for your shift.

3.2. To open directions in Maps, tap the displayed address.

4. Adding shifts to your calendar

You can integrate your rostered shifts with your smartphone calendar for better visibility and reminders.

4.1. Select the shift you'd like to add to your calendar.

4.2. Tap Add Calendar.

4.3. Confirm the prompt to add the event to your smartphone's calendar.

FAQs about managing rostered shifts on RosterElf

1. How do I view my upcoming shifts in the RosterElf app?
Open the app and tap My Shifts at the bottom of the screen. Then, go to the Shifts tab. Green dots indicate future shifts, and you can tap any date to see full shift details.

2. Can I request a shift swap if I can't work my scheduled shift?
Yes, you can request a shift swap up to 48 hours before the shift, depending on your organisation's settings. Open the shift, tap Shift Swap, provide a reason, and submit your request.

3. How do I get directions to my workplace from the RosterElf app?
Tap the Address button on your shift details, and the location will open in your phone's map app, providing directions to your workplace.

4. Can I add my rostered shifts to my smartphone's calendar?
Yes, you can add shifts to your calendar. Open a shift, tap Add Calendar, and confirm the prompt to integrate it into your smartphone's calendar.

5. How far in advance can I view my shifts in RosterElf?
You can view your shifts up to 6 months in advance using both the web platform and the RosterElf app.