Study timer
Use this study timer to split homework and revision into blocks. It starts with 50 minutes of focus and a break of 10 minutes.
A longer block gives you time to get into a hard topic. A fixed break gives each block a clear end.
You can change to 25 and 5 minutes in the settings. The page saves your choice in this browser.
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Focus
Focus session 1 of 4
Keys: Space starts or pauses. R resets.
Focus sessions done today: 0
Settings
How to use it
- Choose the subject or the task for the block.
- Press Start and study until the bell sounds.
- Take the break of 10 minutes. Do not study in the break.
- Start the next block. After four blocks, take a long break.
How to plan a study day
List the topics that you must cover. Give each topic one block or more.
Put the hard topics in your first blocks. Use the count of focus sessions done today to see how your day goes.
How to use the breaks
Stand up, stretch and drink some water. Keep your phone away from your desk.
A break is not the time to start a new topic. Rest, then come back for the next block.
Other free tools for study
Practice your speed and accuracy with the typing test. Work out your grades with the GPA calculator. Both tools are free and run in your browser.
Questions
How long should a study session be?
It depends on you and on the task. This page starts with 50 minutes. Try other times in the settings and keep the ones that suit you.
Can I use 25 and 5 minutes on this page?
Yes. Change the times in the settings. The page saves them in this browser and uses them on every page of the timer.
Can I use the timer to practice for an exam?
Yes. Set Focus to the length of the exam. Then answer practice questions until the bell sounds.
Does the timer count my study sessions?
It counts the focus sessions that you finish today. The count goes back to 0 on a new day. It stays in this browser.