2 Minute Timer
A two-minute countdown, set and ready. Press Start or the Space key.
2 Minute Timer
2 Minute Timer settings
Display style
Options
How to use the 2 minute timer
- Press Start. The timer is already set.
- Pause with Space, reset with R, go fullscreen with F.
- When time is up, an alarm plays and the display turns mint.
Two minutes for brushing
Dentists commonly recommend brushing for two minutes, and most people stop well short of it. Split the time into four 30-second sections, one for each quarter of your mouth.
Good for
- Brushing teeth for the recommended two minutes
- The two-minute rule: start a task you have been avoiding
- Soft-boiling a quail egg or steeping green tea
- Quick breathing breaks
Frequently asked questions
How do I use this as a toothbrushing timer for kids?
Choose the blocks or pie style in Settings so children can watch the time run down, and leave the sound on so they know when to stop.
Can I change the 2 minute timer to a different time?
Yes. Press Reset and edit the hours, minutes and seconds, or tap another preset.
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- Repeat TimerRestarts automatically and chimes every cycle.
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