20 Minute Timer
A twenty-minute countdown, ready to start. Press Start or the Space key.
20 Minute Timer
20 Minute Timer settings
Display style
Options
How to use the 20 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.
The 20-20-20 rule
A common guideline for reducing eye strain is to look at something about 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes. Use the repeat timer if you want the 20-minute reminder to restart automatically.
Good for
- Focused study blocks
- Meditation and yoga nidra
- Short workouts
- Screen breaks using the 20-20-20 rule
Frequently asked questions
Can the 20 minute timer repeat automatically?
Turn on Repeat in Settings and the timer will restart each time it finishes.
Can I change the 20 minute timer to a different time?
Yes. Press Reset and edit the hours, minutes and seconds, or tap another preset.
More timers
See all- Online TimerSet any duration and get an alarm when time is up.
- Countdown TimerLarge-digit countdown clock with an alarm at zero.
- Visual TimerWatch time shrink as a ring, pie, blocks or jar.
- Count-Up TimerTrack elapsed time, with an optional target alert.
- Interval TimerCustom work, rest and rounds with audio cues.
- Repeat TimerRestarts automatically and chimes every cycle.
- Fullscreen TimerFills the screen for projectors and presentations.
- Big TimerHuge digits readable from across the room.