About the Online Stopwatch
What can you use it for?
A stopwatch counts up from zero. Press Lap to save split times while it keeps running.
- Time a run or a lap
- Measure how long a task takes
- Time a speech or a reading
- Track cooking steps
How to use it
Press Start to count up from zero. Press Lap to save a split while the time keeps running, and Reset to clear everything.
Tip: Press L to record a lap and Space to start or pause.
Related tools
Timers at a glance
| Timer | Good for |
|---|---|
| 1 Minute Timer | Hold a plank or a wall sit |
| 2 Minute Timer | Brush your teeth for the full two minutes dentists suggest |
| 3 Minute Timer | Steep a cup of tea |
| 4 Minute Timer | Steep stronger tea |
| 5 Minute Timer | Take a short break between tasks |
| 10 Minute Timer | Stretch or do a short yoga flow |
| 15 Minute Timer | Take a power nap |
| 20 Minute Timer | Do a short workout |
| 25 Minute Timer | Run one Pomodoro focus session |
| 30 Minute Timer | Cook a meal |
| 45 Minute Timer | Run a deep work session |
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the stopwatch?
Press Start to count up. Press Lap to save a split time and Reset to clear.
Does it keep running if I switch tabs?
Yes. The time follows the clock, so it stays right in the background.