Study Timer
A Pomodoro-style timer to help students focus, with tracking by subject.
0/4 until long break
Today's Stats
Subject Stats
Recent Sessions
How the Study Timer Works
The Study Timer is a specialized productivity tool built on the Pomodoro Technique, designed specifically for students and learners. It helps you break down your study sessions into focused intervals with planned breaks, and adds the ability to track time spent on different subjects. This method improves concentration, reduces burnout, and provides insights into your study habits. All data is stored locally in your browser for privacy.
Here’s how to use the tool for effective studying:
- Select Your Subject: Before starting, choose the subject you will be working on from the dropdown menu. This helps categorize your study time.
- Start the Focus Timer: Select the "Focus" mode and press "Start." The timer will begin, usually for 25 minutes. The goal is to work on your selected subject without any interruptions.
- Take a Short Break: When the timer completes, the tool will notify you and switch to "Short Break" mode. Use this 5-minute break to rest your mind.
- Track and Repeat: After the break, select your next subject and begin another focus session. After a set number of "Pomodoros" (usually 4), the timer will prompt you to take a longer break.
- Analyze Your Stats: The dashboard shows you how much time you've spent on each subject, your total study time for the day, and your current study streak, helping you see where your effort is going.
Tips for Effective Study Sessions
1. Match Tasks to Your Energy Levels
Use the Study Timer to tackle your most challenging subjects when you have the most energy (e.g., in the morning). Use lower-energy periods for easier tasks like reviewing notes or organizing materials. The stats panel will show you which subjects you tend to study at different times.
2. Plan Your Study Sessions
Before you start, decide what you want to accomplish. For example: "I will complete one focus session on Chapter 3 of my Physics textbook." This clarity prevents you from getting distracted during your focused work interval.
3. Use Breaks to Move
Studying is often a sedentary activity. Use your short 5-minute breaks to get up, stretch, walk around, or get a glass of water. Physical movement helps refresh your mind and body, making your next focus session more effective.
4. Review Your Subject Stats
At the end of the week, look at the "Subject Stats" panel. Are you spending enough time on your most difficult subjects? Are you neglecting others? This data provides valuable feedback to help you adjust your study plan for the following week.
Study Timer Glossary
Pomodoro Technique
A time management method that uses a timer to break work into focused intervals, traditionally 25 minutes long, separated by short breaks.
Focus Session
An uninterrupted block of time dedicated to studying a single subject.
Study Streak
The number of consecutive days you have completed at least one study session. This is a motivational tool to encourage consistent daily effort.