is there an easier way to enter time in QB on-line? Desktop was way more efficient

Yes, there are definitely easier ways to enter time in QuickBooks Online that can match the efficiency you were used to in the Desktop version. While the interface is different, you can speed up the process by using QuickBooks Time or the Intuit QuickBooks Workforce app.

These tools allow employees to clock in and out, switch between jobs or customers, and submit timesheets directly from their mobile phones or a web browser. The tracked hours then automatically sync with QuickBooks Workforce Payroll, eliminating the need for manual data entry.

For even more streamlined workflows, you can utilize Kiosk Mode or the newer Time Projects feature. Kiosk Mode turns a single, shared tablet or computer into a digital time clock for your entire team, making on-site tracking incredibly simple. Meanwhile, the Time Projects feature lets you manage everything directly in QBO, enabling you to create estimates, assign workers, and track project time seamlessly, without ever having to toggle back to the classic view.

For more information on how to enable and configure time tracking in QuickBooks Online, refer to this article: Turn on and submit time tracking in QuickBooks Online.

Transitioning from the Desktop version can definitely take some getting used to, but taking advantage of these modern time-tracking features will quickly give you the efficiency you need. If you run into any issues while setting this up or want to walk through the interface together, just let me know. I'm here to make sure your QuickBooks Online experience is as smooth and fast as possible. Have a great rest of your weekend!

@gglaude 

You can use an importer tool

https://get.transactionpro.com/qbo