Drake Tax - Preparer Time Report

Article #: 19027

Last Updated: September 09, 2026

 


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The Preparer Time Report tracks and creates a table outlining the total time spent with the return open, which can be exported to Excel.

To create and view the report:

  1. Go to Reports -> Report Manager.

  2. Select New Report, and then select Tax Return Data.

  3. Add the taxpayer name and the following columns:

    • DE Prep #

    • DE Time Detail

    • DE Time #

  4. These columns provide the preparer and time-entry details associated with each return.

  5. Save and view the report.

  6. Click the down arrow next to Export and select Excel, CSV, or TXT from the drop-down list to export.

You may view also view this report after it has been created by navigating to Reports -> Report Viewer and selecting the report from the list.