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How to Use Presentation Timer
A presentation timer maps planned slide or section durations against elapsed time. Checkpoints show where a rehearsal gains or loses time without requiring every slide to receive equal attention.
Open the Presentation TimerWhat to prepare
A few reliable inputs make the first result easier to review.
- The presentation title and ordered checkpoints
- A planned duration for each slide or section
- A target total that leaves room for questions or handoff
How to Use Presentation Timer
- Enter the title and add each checkpoint with planned minutes
- Set the presentation timer and verify the total
- Start the rehearsal and select Next segment at each checkpoint
- Review actual versus planned time and revise content or pacing
Worked example
For a 12-minute talk, plan 1 minute for opening, 3 for context, 5 for the main demonstration, 2 for recommendations, and 1 for closing. Rehearsal may show the demonstration needs a tighter script.
Review the result
Look for repeated overruns, rushed conclusions, and transitions that consume unplanned time. Cut content rather than relying on faster speech.
Practical tips
- Rehearse aloud in the real order
- Use checkpoints at section changes, not every animation
- Reserve time for the final takeaway
Common mistakes to avoid
- Starting timing after the opening remarks
- Ignoring audience interaction in the target duration
- Changing slide order without updating checkpoints
Build it in your browser
The free Presentation Timer processes entries locally in your browser. Review the generated draft against source information and any policy that applies before sharing it.