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Be Focused

Manage to-do lists with timers

Be Focused gives you a to-do list with adjustable work and break timers, suited to studying, solo work, and tackling larger goals in smaller steps.

by Retexlab LLC · 97% positive (401)

Get it on Setapp Free on the Mac App Store Developer website ↗
Helps you Stay focused & block distractions 33 Manage to-dos & tasks 43 Take breaks & reduce eye strain 18 Build better habits 17

What you get

Give your tasks a clear work rhythm and see your progress.

With Be Focused, you can turn a large goal into smaller tasks and give each one a timed work session. Instead of keeping everything in your head, you have a list to work through and a timer that sets boundaries around focused work and breaks.

You choose how long your work intervals and breaks last, how many breaks to take, and how many intervals to aim for each day. You can start, pause, or skip an interval, so your routine can accommodate interruptions rather than forcing you to follow a fixed schedule.

You also get a longer view of your progress, from daily activity to weekly and annual trends. That gives you a basis for reviewing your work patterns and spotting where you get stuck. When you want to review your records elsewhere, you can export your task data as a CSV file.

  • Make big goals manageable

    You can divide larger projects into smaller tasks, giving yourself a clearer next step.

  • Set your own pace

    You choose work and break lengths that fit your tasks, with options to pause or skip an interval.

  • Keep breaks in your routine

    You can alternate focused sessions with breaks rather than relying on yourself to remember when to stop.

  • See progress over time

    You can review daily, weekly, and annual progress to understand your work patterns.

  • Review records elsewhere

    You can export task data as CSV for your own records or further analysis.

Best for

  • You study or work in timed sessions
  • You need smaller steps for large goals
  • You want to review your productivity over time

Skip it if

You probably don't need it if a simple checklist is enough and you don't want timed work sessions or progress tracking.

Screenshots

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From the developer

Wondering how to keep everything that needs to be done in your mind? Looking for an elegant and intuitive way to keep up with things and actually do them? Try Be Focused, a powerful planner which helps eliminate the distractions. This task tracking app simplifies your daily work and helps you establish core values.
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