How to Create a Pomodoro Timer Widget

Focus with Pomodoro Widgets

The Pomodoro Technique helps you work in focused intervals. A desktop widget keeps your timer visible and maintains your rhythm.

What is Pomodoro?

The Pomodoro Technique uses:

• 25-minute work sessions
• 5-minute short breaks
• 15-30 minute long breaks (every 4 sessions)

Best Pomodoro Timer Sources

Online Timers

• Pomofocus.io - Clean, customizable
• TomatoTimer.com - Simple, minimal
• Pomodor.app - Feature-rich

Within Productivity Apps

• Notion - Custom Pomodoro templates
• Forest - Gamified focus
• Toggl Track - With time tracking

Creating Your Timer Widget

Step 1: Choose a Timer

Visit your preferred Pomodoro website. Start a session to see the active timer display.

Step 2: Capture the Timer

Use Simple Widgets to select:

• Just the countdown (minimal)
• Timer with session count
• Full interface with controls

Step 3: Position Strategically

Place your timer widget where:

• It’s visible but not distracting
• You can see it with peripheral vision
• It doesn’t cover your work area

Widget Size Options

Tiny: Just the numbers (2x2 inches)

• Best for minimal distraction
• Glanceable time remaining

Medium: Timer with controls

• Start/pause accessible
• Session counter visible

Large: Full interface

• All controls available
• Task list included

Combining with Focus Setup

Build a focus widget group:

1. Pomodoro timer (center)
2. Task list widget (side)
3. Music controls (optional)

Tips for Success

• Keep the widget always visible
• Don’t minimize during sessions
• Honor the breaks
• Track completed sessions