Compressed work schedule
Compare: 9/80 Work Schedule →4/10 Work Schedule Calendar Planner
Plan and visualize your 4-day, 10-hour compressed workweek. Calculate workdays, track recurring 3-day weekends, and export your calendar to Google Calendar, Outlook, or CSV.
4/10 Schedule Fast Facts
Weekly Workdays:
4 Days (Mon – Thu)
Shift Length:
10 Hours / Day
Weekly Hours:
40 Hours Total
Days Off:
3 Days (Fri – Sun)
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Configure schedule
Set the first day, date range, and labels for this pattern.
Upcoming events
The first 20 generated rows are shown here before export.
| Date | Label | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-04 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-05 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-06 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-07 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-11 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-12 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-13 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-14 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-18 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-19 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-20 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-21 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-25 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-26 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-27 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-05-28 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-06-01 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-06-02 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-06-03 | 10h Workday | Work |
| 2026-06-04 | 10h Workday | Work |
Benefits and Considerations of the 4/10 Schedule
Advantages
- 52 Three-Day Weekends: Enjoy consistent Friday-through-Sunday rest every single week.
- Reduced Commuting: Cut weekly commute costs, fuel consumption, and transit time by 20%.
- Better Work-Life Balance: Schedule doctor appointments, errands, or personal projects on Friday without taking PTO.
Considerations
- Longer Daily Shifts: 10-hour days plus commuting and lunch breaks can result in 11 to 12 hours away from home.
- Childcare Coordination: Extended morning or evening hours may require adjusted daycare or school schedules.
- State Labor Laws: Confirm compliance with local daily overtime rules (such as California Labor Code § 511).
Frequently asked questions
What is a 4/10 work schedule?
A 4/10 work schedule is a compressed workweek arrangement where employees work four 10-hour days per week instead of five 8-hour days, resulting in a standard 40-hour workweek with three consecutive days off (typically Friday through Sunday).
How does overtime work on a 4/10 schedule?
Under US federal FLSA rules, overtime is generally required only after 40 hours worked in a single workweek. However, certain states (such as California) have daily overtime laws requiring specific employee agreements or election votes to adopt alternative 10-hour workweek schedules without daily overtime premiums.
Can I export my 4/10 calendar to Google Calendar or Outlook?
Yes. Click 'Download .ICS' to import your 4/10 calendar directly into Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, Apple Calendar, or mobile apps.
How does 4/10 compare to the 9/80 schedule?
A 4/10 schedule gives you a 3-day weekend every single week (working 40 hours over 4 days). A 9/80 schedule gives you every other Friday off (working 80 hours over 9 days across a two-week period with alternating 9-hour workdays).