Create a Time Matrix

Create a Time Matrix is a quick way to format and organize a list of hh:mm time entries into a structured, customizable matrix. Whether you’re visualizing shift schedules, hourly blocks, or time sequences, this tool helps you build a neat output with padding, separators, and optional row labels.

How to Use:

1. Enter time values into the left box using the hh:mm format.
2. You can paste multiple times, one per line (e.g., 08:00, 12:00, 14:30).
3. The matrix on the right updates automatically as you type or import.
4. Use the toggles in the Options section to customize the output format.
5. Use Copy Output or Export to File to save your matrix.
6. Import times using the Choose File button if needed.
7. Click Clear All to reset everything.

What Create a Time Matrix can do:

• Formats times into a clean, readable list.
• Supports input from text or file, one time per line.
• Live output with a highlight flash confirms each change.
• Includes customizable options:

Tool Options:

• Pad single digits with zero: Adds leading zeros (e.g., 8:5 → 08:05)
• Use colon separator: Toggle between HH:MM and HHMM formats
• Add row labels: Prefix each line with “Row N:”

Example:

With these settings:

• Pad Zeros: Yes
• Use Colon: Yes
• Add Row Labels: Yes

Input:

8:00
12:00
16:00

Output:

Row 1: 08:00
Row 2: 12:00
Row 3: 16:00

Common Use Cases:

Perfect for planners, schedule builders, or anyone formatting time blocks for printing or data entry. Create a Time Matrix helps you prep clean, consistent time data great for daily logs, staffing layouts, or study schedules.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

If you’re doing something similar with dates, Create a Date Matrix keeps things aligned on the calendar side. And to generate the raw input, Generate a Time Sequence gives you plenty to work with.