Pomodoro Timer

Your Pomodoro Timer Guide

1. 1.

   What is the Pomodoro Technique?

   The Pomodoro Technique, created by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s, is a time-management method that divides work into focused intervals called Pomodoros (traditionally 25 minutes), separated by short breaks. This structure helps you maintain attention, track progress, and reduce fatigue.

   • Pomodoro: 25 minutes of uninterrupted work.
   • Short Break: 5 minutes of rest.
   • Long Break: 15–30 minutes after four Pomodoros.

   
   

   Note: Those are default durations, but you can customize them in the settings.

2. 2.

   Start & Switch Phases

   Hit the Start button to begin your work session. Once the timer reaches zero, it automatically transitions to the next phase (break or work), keeping your flow seamless.

   1. Work → Short Break → Work → ...
   2. After your configured number of cycles, it auto-transitions to a Long Break.
   3. Use the phase buttons to manually jump between Work, Short Break, and Long Break at any time.
3. 3.

   Configure Your Timers

   Click the Settings icon in the header to fine-tune your session lengths (in minutes) and cycle count.

   Field	Description
   Work (min)	Length of focused session.
   Short Break (min)	Quick rest between Pomodoros.
   Long Break (min)	Extended break after several cycles.
   Cycles before Long	How many Pomodoros you do before a Long Break.

4. 4.

   Task List & Decision Matrix

   The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s. It uses a timer to break work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length, separated by short breaks.

   1. Add & Prioritize Tasks

   Use the Task List on the left to capture everything you need to do. Tag tasks as Important or Urgent to organize them automatically.

   • Important: Contributes to long-term mission/values.
   • Urgent: Requires immediate attention.

   2. The Decision Matrix

   The matrix on the right automatically sorts your tasks into four quadrants:

   • Do First (Important & Urgent): Focus on these now.
   • Schedule (Important, Not Urgent): Plan for later.
   • Delegate (Not Important, Urgent): Who else can do this?
   • Don't Do (Neither): Delete or minimize.

   3. Lock In & Focus

   Select a task from the "Choose what to focus on" dropdown in the timer section. This "Locks In" your focus and tracks your time against that specific task.

   4. Work & Break Cycles

   1. Work for 25 minutes on the selected task.
   2. Take a Short Break (5 min) to recharge.
   3. Repeat 4 times, then take a Long Break (15-30 min).
   4. Mark tasks as Completed ✅ when done!
5. 6.

   Tips & Tricks

   • Plan your tasks ahead of each Pomodoro for clear focus.
   • Keep a notepad for distractions; jot them down and return to your task.
   • Use breaks to stretch, hydrate, or practice deep breathing.
   • Avoid multitasking—single-tasking maximizes productivity.
   • Adjust durations to suit your attention span; some prefer 50/10 splits.
6. 7.

   Benefits of Using Pomodoro

   • Strengthens focus by creating urgency and structure.
   • Reduces mental fatigue and burnout with regular rest.
   • Improves estimation skills—tasks become more predictable.
   • Boosts motivation through frequent milestones.
   • Helps form consistent work habits and enhances time-awareness.