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Setting a timer can help you remember when to switch classes, join a Meet, or keep you on track with a schedule.

Follow these steps to choose a timer that works for you.

Click here to watch video directions.

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Click on the magnifying glass on the keyboard of your Chromebook.

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Type timer in the search bar.

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You will see several choices. Take a few minutes to explore to see which one works best for you.

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My favorite is Timer-Tab. It looks like this:

There are three choices: a countdown, an alarm clock and a stopwatch. Each task might require a different type of timer.

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No matter which timer you choose, you will need to set it to go off at the appropriate time.

Then click start.

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You can bookmark your favorite timer by clicking on the star in the search tool bar.