Step by step
- Press Start when you sit down to study.
- Press Stop for every break; Start again when you return.
- Press Lap when you switch subjects; note the total at the end.
At a glance
| Goal | How | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Know real study hours | Stop for every break | Honest total |
| Balance subjects | Lap at each switch | See time per subject |
| Build a habit | Log the daily total | Visible progress |
Related questions
Stopwatch or Pomodoro?
A stopwatch measures; Pomodoro schedules. Some students use both.
Does it lose time if I close the laptop?
Closing the tab stops it; keep the tab open.
Does it work offline?
Yes, once the page has loaded.
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Updated November 14, 2026.