Balance work on documents and breaks with the Pomodoro plugin

Welcome the Pomodoro plugin for ONLYOFFICE, a tool to boost productivity by helping you balance focused work and rest. With customizable timer settings and optional white noise, this plugin allows you to work more efficiently while preventing burnout. Read on to learn how to use it.

About Pomodoro

You have likely heard of the Pomodoro technique, a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo that has become a favorite tool for increasing concentration and efficiency.

In this time management method, work is organized into intervals, usually 25 minutes long, separated by short breaks. This structured approach helps maintain focus while leaving time for rest, preventing mental fatigue and increasing overall productivity.

Now, with the new Pomodoro plugin for ONLYOFFICE developed during our plugin development contest, users can integrate this powerful technique directly into their workflow within the editors.

How to use the plugin

The Pomodoro plugin brings this technique into the ONLYOFFICE ecosystem with several features:

Set customizable focus and break intervals

The plugin allows you to set your preferred focus and break intervals. Whether you prefer longer working periods or shorter breaks, you can tailor the timer to fit your productivity style.

To set an interval, go to the Plugins tab and open the Pomodoro settings.

Adjust the focus time — the default interval is 25 minutes, but you can modify it based on your needs. Click OK.

Recommended intervals for better focus:

• 25 min work + 5 min break = Standard Pomodoro cycle, great for deep focus.
• 50 min work + 10 min break = Ideal for larger tasks requiring sustained attention.
• 90 min work + 20 min break = Suitable for creative and high-concentration sessions.

Follow notifications about breaks

You’ll receive alerts when it’s time to take a break or resume work, ensuring you follow the Pomodoro cycle. Simply start the timer, and the plugin will handle the rest, keeping you focused and refreshed throughout your work sessions.

Use white noise for enhanced focus

The Pomodoro plugin includes an optional white noise feature, creating a distraction-free work environment. In the Pomodoro settings, select one of the following options in the drop-down list:

• Flame;
• Water Flow;
• Rain.

Enable white noise by clicking Play White Noise in the plugin settings and enjoy a more focused workflow.

How to install the plugin

To get started with the Pomodoro plugin:

• Go to the Plugins tab in ONLYOFFICE.
• Open the Plugin Manager from the top toolbar.

• Find Pomodoro in the list and click Install.

Once installed, click the Pomodoro icon in the Plugins tab to launch the timer.

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