Description
A visual timer to help you focus on your current task.
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Extension Rank
"Toggle" Keyword
"Timer" Keyword
"Pause" Keyword
"Minute" Keyword
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Review Summary
Users praise Visual Timer for its simple, clean design with useful keyboard shortcuts and a visible countdown on the taskbar, making it particularly helpful for ADHD, educational, and productivity use. However, common requests include adding a reliable and customizable audio alarm, an option to keep the timer window always on top, and enhanced customization such as colors and preset timers. Some also note minor interface improvements are needed, like better notification consistency and timer pop-up positioning.
Pros
- Simple and minimalistic design, clean and intuitive interface.
- Keyboard shortcuts available and appreciated for ease of use.
- Visual timer displays remaining time on the taskbar, allowing quick glance without clicking the icon.
- Helpful for users with ADHD, students, teachers, and for time-boxing tasks like meetings or grading.
- Free of ads and compact, making it user-friendly and efficient.
Cons
- Lacks a reliable and adjustable audio alarm; users need to watch the timer continuously which reduces productivity.
- No 'always on top' or 'lock on top' feature, so the timer window can disappear behind other windows.
- Some users want more customization like color options, preset timer settings, or timer with seconds for short durations.
- Timer pop-up placement and features could be improved for better accessibility and usability.
- Some inconsistencies in notifications when the timer ends; sound alerts may fail until the timer is clicked.
Additional Information
1.2.0
September 9, 2024
0.14 MB
en
Developer Information
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