Where to find it
Click the ⏱ icon to the right of the top search bar. The timer panel opens. You can choose:- 5 min
- 30 min
- 50 min
- Drag the bar to set a custom duration
- Custom
Using the timer
Use the timer when you want to work for a fixed block of time.How
- Click the ⏱ icon
- Pick a duration (e.g. 5 / 30 / 50 min)
- Click Start
Using the stopwatch
Use the stopwatch when you want to measure how long you work.How
- In the ⏱ panel, choose “Stopwatch”
- Click Start
- Click Stop when you finish
Changing timer settings
You can adjust details in settings. Path: Settings → Plugins → Timer Options:1️⃣ Timer presets
Quick-select durations (e.g. 5 / 30 / 50 min). You can change these to your preferred lengths.2️⃣ Default mode
Choose the default: Timer or Stopwatch.3️⃣ Floating widget
You can show a draggable timer widget on the screen.4️⃣ Menu bar style
- Compact
- Expanded
When to use it
First draft
Set a 50‑minute timer and write in short focused blocks.Revision
Use 30‑minute blocks for revision sessions.Tracking productivity
Use the stopwatch to see how long you actually write.What the timer is for
The timer doesn’t write for you. It creates boundaries so you can plan focus. Being aware of writing time helps keep pace and efficiency steady.Summary
- Open it from the ⏱ icon at the top.
- You can use either timer or stopwatch.
- Adjust presets and mode in Settings.
- Use it for focus blocks and for measuring work time.