This chart shows whether you have been able to devote as much time to your work as you originally expected.
The horizontal axis depicts the passage of time. The lines on the chart convey various measures of direct time:
You can compare the Plan and Actual lines to determine whether you are devoting as much time to the work as you originally expected. If the Actual line is below the Plan line, you are not getting in enough hours; this could potentially cause you to fall behind schedule. If the Actual line is above the Plan line, you are getting in more hours than you planned.
Remember that this chart only displays the time that you have logged to the tasks in this task list. It does not display all of the time you spend in the office. Accordingly, if your actual time is too low, you may be able to remedy the problem by eliminating workplace distractions and finding ways to devote more of your time to these tasks.