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in the timeline vs on the timeline

Both 'in the timeline' and 'on the timeline' are correct. 'In the timeline' refers to events or activities that occur within a specific time frame, while 'on the timeline' refers to the location of an event or activity on a schedule or itinerary.
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in the timeline

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to events or activities that occur within a specific timeframe.

Use 'in the timeline' when describing events, activities, or occurrences that take place within a particular timeframe or chronological sequence.

Examples:

  • The project milestones are all in the timeline for completion by the end of the year.
  • The historical events are all in the timeline of the 20th century.
  • We need to place this event in the timeline to understand its significance.
  • Nov 28, 2016 ... Can't delete bodies because of 'references' in the timeline? Help!!! OK. I'm drawing a deck. I first made my sketches and then ...
  • Mar 3, 2023 ... And since Doom 2016 picks up where Doom 1, 2 and 64 left off, that means Doom 3 isn't in the timeline. Not to mention Doom 3 and 2016 supposedly ...
  • Jul 29, 2021 ... The only downside is that it would not show directly under the parent task in the timeline view. In the meantime I recommend to upvote here ...
  • Dec 23, 2022 ... ... in the timeline anytime soon either, what with Kojima being gone and all. So arguing it's not canon is futile. However should any new games ...
  • May 18, 2018 ... I hope they can automate it so that you don't have to re-enter the subtask into the project only for you to see it in the timeline. The ...
  • Jun 18, 2019 ... ... either the time traveling in DOFP probably created massive holes in the timeline and the TVA wants to prune it. Upvote 1. Downvote Reply reply
  • Mar 7, 2023 ... It definitely should appear in Today for everyday in the timeline. Our tasks can take months. Or we need a functioning calendar view for my ...
  • Apr 18, 2023 ... I'd like to have a marker or visual hint in the timeline for the frames where annotations exist. What can I do from a package to implement such a feature?
  • Feb 12, 2023 ... I know it's possible to right click on a clip in the timeline to reveal it in media pool. Resolve 19 Beta 5b51 Studio MICRO COLOR PANEL ASUS ...
  • Sep 25, 2020 ... Are there other ways to include a picture, similar to a watermark that does not show up in the timeline, and cannot be removed? Like. 0. Reply.

Alternatives:

  • within the timeline
  • during the timeline
  • as per the timeline
  • according to the timeline
  • on the schedule

on the timeline

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to the physical location of an event or activity on a visual representation of time.

Use 'on the timeline' when indicating the position of an event, activity, or data point on a visual representation of time, such as a graph, chart, or historical timeline.

Examples:

  • The data point is located on the timeline at the year 2000.
  • You can see the event marked on the timeline of World War II.
  • The project deadline is clearly shown on the timeline.
  • Jun 17, 2021 ... Showing Assignee of Tasks on the Timeline View · I believe you don't see the assignees because your are zoomed out too much. Zoom in to “weeks” ...
  • Nov 24, 2020 ... I'm using a MacBook Pro and I simply cannot find a way to zoom in or out on the timeline. For obvious reasons, this is a really important ...
  • How do I get more steps on the timeline? Helpdesk Website Builder · cms_presets · Pal_Nikolaisen November 10, 2022, 11:51am 1. This is probably very simple, ...
  • Nov 7, 2023 ... R: Prune him. s2e2. L: You've never wanted to visit your place on the timeline? M: Look, that's the last thing I should be thinking about.
  • Feb 24, 2021 ... Can I set different non-working days on the Timeline view? ... Henlo friends! Is there a way to set non-working days in my timelines and calendars ...
  • May 28, 2024 ... You previously turned on the Timeline setting—formerly called Location History —which helps you go back in time and remember where you've been.
  • Jun 15, 2020 ... I can select the layer name and can still set the in and outs on the layers using the key commands. But you cant see the bars on the Timeline ...
  • Dec 21, 2023 ... On the timeline, epics are displayed twice. Once as nested under the initiative, then as a separate line. I hope that the snip below clarifies ...
  • Oct 11, 2018 ... is there any way to rename clips (shots) on the timeline? I mean I've some shots that are taken from the same original clip so they have the ...
  • Jul 22, 2023 ... There are two pairs + and - buttons on the timeline. The leftmost ones are for creating a new layer or deleting the active layer respectively.

Alternatives:

  • on the schedule
  • on the chart
  • on the graph
  • on the historical timeline
  • on the time axis

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