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Set a Timer for 20 Seconds
This timer is set to 20 seconds. Press Start and the flip clock counts down from 0:20 to zero, then an alarm rings. You can pause it at any time and start it again with one click.
20 Seconds in Other Units
20Seconds
0.33Minutes
0.0056Hours
What Can You Do in 20 Seconds?
Health agencies such as the CDC recommend washing your hands with soap for at least 20 seconds.
Here are some ways to use this timer:
- Exercise intervals such as planks, wall sits, burpees and sprints
- Speed rounds in quiz games and board games
- Holding a stretch for one muscle group
- Short breathing exercises
How to Use the 20 Second Timer
- Press Start or the space bar to begin the countdown.
- Press Pause to stop the timer and Resume to continue where you left off.
- Press Reset to set the timer back to 0:20.
- When the time is up, the alarm rings until you press OK. Choose the sound and the volume in the settings.
- Press F or the fullscreen button to show the timer on the whole screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the timer keep running in a background tab?
Yes. The timer keeps exact time while you use other tabs or apps and rings when the time is up. Keep this tab open, and on a phone keep the screen on so the browser can play the alarm.
Can I change the time?
Yes. Pick another preset or type your own hours, minutes and seconds under the timer.