Vineforce Teams Desktop
- Purpose: Overview of the desktop collaboration and time tracking application.
- Navigation: Found under Cloud Deployment → Vineforce Teams Desktop folder.
- Next Steps: Review the Windows and Linux installation links to deploy the desktop panel.
- Impact: Enables chat, collaborative task boards, and manual tracking toggle states.
What is the Vineforce Teams Desktop Application?
Vineforce Teams is a desktop collaboration and time tracking application. It serves as a unified workspace where employees can access chat communication, organize tasks, coordinate project schedules, and toggle time tracking settings directly from their desktops.
Unlike the silent background agent (Lite version), the Desktop client provides a rich user interface to interact with your organization's resources.
What collaboration and tracking features are included?
The desktop application includes the following features:
- Instant Messaging: Communicate in real time with team members via direct chats or channels.
- Manual Tracking Control: Toggle between tracking states (Working Mode and In Meeting Mode) or pause tracking with Private Mode.
- Collaborative Dashboards: View project updates, checklist items, and employee shift statuses at a glance.
- Task Management: Update your task board, assign priorities, and log task hours directly to specific activities.
Which platforms are supported?
Vineforce Teams Desktop is available for the following platforms:
- Windows: Fully optimized for Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems using an automated batch installer.
- Linux: Runs on major Linux desktop environments (such as GNOME) using shell installer scripts.
Installation and Uninstallation Guides
Refer to the platform-specific guides below to deploy or remove the desktop client:
Windows Systems
- Install on Windows (Desktop App): Manual installer guide and setup wizard for Windows clients.
- Uninstall on Windows (Desktop App): Steps to cleanly uninstall the desktop collaboration panel.
Linux Systems
- Install on Linux (Terminal): Terminal installation script guide for Linux systems.
- Uninstall on Linux (Terminal): Command line removal steps for Linux desktop clients.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where do I download the desktop app?
Log in to the Vineforce Web Portal, click on the Downloads menu, and select Vineforce Teams to download the installer package.
What are the tracking modes in the desktop app?
The app features three modes:
- Working Mode: Captures work hours and automatic screenshots.
- In Meeting Mode: Tracks meeting duration and captures screenshots.
- Private Mode: Pauses time tracking and disables screenshot capturing.
Related Functionality
- Reconcile Unassigned Logs: Learn how to map time tracking logs synced from this machine to employee profiles.
- Tracker Settings: Adjust intervals, idle thresholds, and screenshot quality.