Hi community,
Our employee who works 36 hours per week (but in 4 days instead of 5, meaning 9hours per day) would like to add the “Not present" (yellow) absence note for Fridays. Since the new update a “type of absence” is required, however in my opinion non of the options fit. What do you think?
Can I I change the mandatory drop-down to non mandatory in my Admin Settings?
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks!
Hi
The definition of an absence type is a mandatory step (and hasn’t been changed lately), since the entire absence request flow relies on selecting one of the available absence types. If you want to add a new type like "Not Present," you’ll need to create it under Settings > Absences > Create Absence Type.
For more details on how to manage absence types and streamline absence requests, have a look at our help center article on requesting time off.
If this involves part-time employees, there might be additional considerations, especially regarding how absence quotas are calculated. For best practices, take a look at our article on managing absences for part-time employees.
Please let me know if there’s anything else you need to clarify! 
Best wishes and a happy start to 2025! 
Eliah
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