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Time Out helps remind you to take work breaks throughout the day.
It is very easy to fall into bad habits when using a computer for hours on end. You care about what you are doing, so can sometimes push yourself too far, or over-strain yourself. The human body isn't built to sit in one position for endless hours, gripping a mouse or typing on the keyboard. Dejal Time Out is here to help. It will gently remind you to take a break on a regular basis.
Time Out has two kinds of breaks: a "Normal" break, typically for 10 minutes after 50 minutes of work, so you can move
It is very easy to fall into bad habits when using a computer for hours on end. You care about what you are doing, so can sometimes push yourself too far, or over-strain yourself. The human body isn't built to sit in one position for endless hours, gripping a mouse or typing on the keyboard. Dejal Time Out is here to help. It will gently remind you to take a break on a regular basis.
Time Out has two kinds of breaks: a "Normal" break, typically for 10 minutes after 50 minutes of work, so you can move
What's New
Version 1.6.3:
- Idle detection didn't work for a few people, so now tries a different approach if the idle interval appears invalid (let us know if it doesn't work for you!).
Requirements
PPC / Intel, Mac OS X 10.5 or later
PPC / Intel, Mac OS X 10.5 or later
Time Out User Discussion (Write a Review)
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| Downloads:13,115 |
| Version Downloads:620 |
| Type:Business : Personal Info Managers |
| License:Free |
| Date:11 Nov 2011 |
| Platform:PPC / Intel |
| Price:Free |
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Time Out helps remind you to take work breaks throughout the day.
It is very easy to fall into bad habits when using a computer for hours on end. You care about what you are doing, so can sometimes push yourself too far, or over-strain yourself. The human body isn't built to sit in one position for endless hours, gripping a mouse or typing on the keyboard. Dejal Time Out is here to help. It will gently remind you to take a break on a regular basis.
Time Out has two kinds of breaks: a "Normal" break, typically for 10 minutes after 50 minutes of work, so you can move about and relax, plus a "Micro" break: a very brief pause of typically 10 seconds every 10 minutes, so you can remember not to tense up too much for long periods.
You can configure how long each kind of break lasts, and how long between breaks, or disable each kind. Each Time Out is announced via the screen slowly dimming, with related graphics materializing, and when the break is complete, it fades out again, optionally playing a sound. You can change the time these transitions take... and you can even change the color and the level of transparency during the break. So if you like, you can make it mostly transparent so you can continue reading while on your break... though it's better for you if you give your eyes a rest during the Time Out.
Time Out is released as Freeware. You are welcome to use it at no cost.
It is very easy to fall into bad habits when using a computer for hours on end. You care about what you are doing, so can sometimes push yourself too far, or over-strain yourself. The human body isn't built to sit in one position for endless hours, gripping a mouse or typing on the keyboard. Dejal Time Out is here to help. It will gently remind you to take a break on a regular basis.
Time Out has two kinds of breaks: a "Normal" break, typically for 10 minutes after 50 minutes of work, so you can move about and relax, plus a "Micro" break: a very brief pause of typically 10 seconds every 10 minutes, so you can remember not to tense up too much for long periods.
You can configure how long each kind of break lasts, and how long between breaks, or disable each kind. Each Time Out is announced via the screen slowly dimming, with related graphics materializing, and when the break is complete, it fades out again, optionally playing a sound. You can change the time these transitions take... and you can even change the color and the level of transparency during the break. So if you like, you can make it mostly transparent so you can continue reading while on your break... though it's better for you if you give your eyes a rest during the Time Out.
Time Out is released as Freeware. You are welcome to use it at no cost.
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Nikihayami reviewed on 24 Jan 2012
Highly recommend!
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kpublik reviewed on 05 Dec 2011
One thing that bothers me is that there is absolutely no indication, nor way of determining, how close you are to your next break. Similar apps use different techniques to do this in a subtle and unobtrusive way.
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iminlalaland reviewed on 14 Jan 2011
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Dorkypants reviewed on 07 Nov 2010
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Dnwittenberg reviewed on 02 Mar 2010
Developer has gone the extra mile to ensure this free application is polished. Alright, so it executes the promise of the description without any flaws. But, not only does it work without any bugs or sketchy goings-on, but "Time Out" makes it easy to adjust settings and include Apple Scripts into the app. I'm always excited when applications give the option of triggering Apple Scripts, because that pretty much means I can make them function however I want.
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gprovan reviewed on 15 Jun 2009
After trying a few and being a little disappointed with the crudeness and lack of options, I stumbled across Time Out. Instantly, it struck a chord with me. It's elegant, sophisticated, and has the right amount of configurability for me.
I've been using it for several months now without a problem. It feels comfortably integrated into my system and pleasantly reminds me when I need to take a time out.
The author has mentioned that he is working on a new version which will integrate most of the features requested by users. To be honest, I can't see much that needs added.
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macpug reviewed on 08 Jun 2008
There are several customization options via the preferences menu. There is also a button that allows you to postpone the break or to skip it altogether. Many new features, some that are now available by running Automator actions or scripts, will be included when v. 2.0 is released.
For now, Time Out is free. Use it, love it, and get attached to it. Consider making a donation to further Time Out's development. Anyone who makes a donation in any amount prior to the upgrade being released will receive a free license for Version 2. You can't beat that!
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pat2004 reviewed on 20 Mar 2008
bdavs rated on 02 Oct 2011
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Mwoods rated on 31 Aug 2011