How to use the writing sprint timer
Pick one small writing goal. This sequence works for a solo session or a group writing together on one display.
- Press StartThe first step begins at once. Space starts and pauses; N moves to the next step early; +1 adds a minute to this step.
- Press ProjectorThe step’s title, “Step 2 of 3” and what comes next fill the screen beside big numbers — on solid dusk, or Daylight for a bright room. The buttons dim while it runs but never disappear.
- Wait or move onThis routine waits at each step with a soft chime until you press Start. Choose Auto under Edit steps to let it run by itself.
- Make it yoursEdit steps renames, retimes, reorders or adds steps; Share puts your version in a link for your next lesson. No account needed.
The 3 steps · 28 min
| Step | What happens | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Plan | Choose one point to make and jot down a short outline. | 3 min |
| 2. Write | Keep writing. Leave polishing for the next step. | 20 min |
| 3. Review | Read back, make a few edits and choose your next step. | 5 min |
Waits for you between steps. The whole routine ends with a gentle chime — or a silent glow — that rings until you press Stop.
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Each runs as steps on the projector, ready to start.
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