Intro
At its core, Otto is a focus timer that implements the popular time management technique called the Pomodoro Method.
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that breaks work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes long, separated by short breaks of about 5 minutes. After completing four intervals, a longer break of 15-30 minutes is taken. This approach helps enhance focus and productivity while reducing mental fatigue, allowing you to maintain high levels of efficiency throughout the day.
But Otto is flexible, it doesn't adere to the standard 25 minutes session. It let's you adjust the duration upto 60 minutes for both work and break sessions.
Usage
Using the Pomodoro timer is quite easy, if you just installed the extention, then the default duration will be set to 25 minutes for a work session and 5 minutes for a break session. You can adjust that as per your wishes.
To start the Pomodoro session, click on the Pink play button. When the timer is activated, Otto starts working out.
Completing a session
When you finish a session, you will be prompted with a dialog box that will give you the option of what to do next. You can start another focus session, go to a break session, or end the session.
When you complete the session, the dialog box will show you the total minutes you focused and the times you got distracted during the session.
Tracking Progress
Every time you complete a session, the minutes you focus on will be added to your focus graph, and so will the times you were distracted.
A better progress tracking system is coming soon.
Benefits of using Pomodoro
- By working in short bursts, you can maintain better concentration, reducing the likelihood of distractions.
- The structured intervals encourage efficient use of time, helping you accomplish more in less time.
- The technique helps you become more aware of how long tasks take, allowing for better planning and prioritization.
- The method can be easily adapted to fit your workflow, whether you prefer longer work sessions or shorter breaks.
