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What is PomoTasks and how does it help me?
PomoTasks is a Pomodoro tool combined with Project/Task management. It helps you work with a rhythm (25-minute Focus – 5-minute Break), reduce distractions, and complete work more consistently every day. You can create projects, add tasks with Pomodoro estimates/priority/notes, and conveniently import/export using Markdown to avoid manual entry or for data backup.
What is Pomodoro? How should I use the 25/5 rhythm?
Pomodoro is a way of working in "rhythms": focus for a short period, then take a short break to let your brain recover. The most popular rhythm is 25 minutes Focus / 5 minutes Break.
How to use 25/5 effectively:
- Choose a single task to work on (don't multi-task).
- Press Start Focus and work only on that task for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, take a real 5-minute break: stand up, hydrate, relax your eyes.
- Repeat 3–4 times, then take a longer break (10–15 mins) if needed.
The key is: consistency and rhythm, not grinding all-out.
I have successfully downloaded but PomoTasks does not appear?
How to enable PomoTasks (for beginners): Look at the top right corner of Chrome.
Click the Extensions icon (puzzle piece shape).
Find PomoTasks in the list.
Click the Pin icon to always show PomoTasks on the toolbar.
Then you will see the PomoTasks icon appear and can click to use it immediately.
How does Accumulated work?
Accumulated is the total time you have 'truly focused' on each task, and it only starts counting when you run the timer for that specific task.
For example: You select Task A and start a 25-minute Focus session. You work until the timer has 10 minutes left and then switch to another task → Task A is credited with 15 minutes Accumulated.
Then you switch to Task B, run the timer, and complete 10 minutes → Task B is credited with 10 minutes Accumulated.
In short: Accumulated is calculated per task, based on the timer duration that ran while the task was selected.
Who is PomoTasks for?
PomoTasks is suitable for you if you want to work neatly and clearly, especially:
- Developers / Designers / Creators: to get into the "flow".
- Office workers: to break down tasks and avoid feeling overwhelmed.
- Students / Self-learners: to maintain consistency.
- Freelancers / Multi-project workers: to track progress across projects.
If you often lose time due to distractions, PomoTasks will help.
How do I start focusing for 25 minutes and breaking for 5 minutes?
Press Start Focus to begin a 25-minute focus session. When done, PomoTasks opens a notification tab. Then, press Start Break for a 5-minute break. Another tab reminds you to return to work once the break is over.
How does PomoTasks notify me?
When the session is up, PomoTasks automatically opens a new tab and plays a sound. This ensures you don't miss the transition and can stay on rhythm.
Can I change the Focus/Break duration?
Yes. You can customize the Focus and Break duration according to your needs in the Settings section of PomoTasks.
How do I create Projects and Tasks?
Go to the Projects section, select Create new project, enter a name and Create. Inside, select Create task and fill in: name, Estimate Pomodoro, Priority, and Note. You can edit or delete them at any time.
What are Estimate Pomodoro, Priority, and Note for?
Estimate Pomodoro: Estimate sessions needed for a task to help with daily planning.
Priority: Rank tasks so you focus on what's important.
Note: Add quick info (links, ideas, checklists) so you can start working immediately.
Can I edit/delete tasks or projects?
Yes. Except for the default Project, you can edit or delete both tasks and projects in PomoTasks whenever your plans change.
What structure does Markdown Import need?
PomoTasks imports in the form of Project → Task list.
1. Project: Each project starts with a level 1 heading:
# Project Name
2. Task: Each task is a checklist bullet:
Not done: - [ ] ...
Done: - [x] ...
Inside the task content, you need:
- Task Name
- Progress/Estimate Pomodoro in the format (done/estimate), e.g., (0/2), (1/4)
- Priority in square brackets, e.g., [!], [!!], [!!!]
3. Note (optional):
If a task has a note, write it on the line below starting with > (can be indented):
> Note content...
Example of correct formatting:
# defaultProjectName
- [ ] Finish slide (0/2) [!!]
# Personal Growth Updated
- [ ] Finish Math Homework (0/4) [!!!]
> Exercises 1 to 10 - Chapter 4
- [ ] Read "Atomic Habits" (0/2) [!!!]
- [x] Clean my workspace (0/2) [!]
As long as you follow these 4 rules (Project with #, Task with - [ ]/- [x], Pomodoro (0/2), Priority [!!]), PomoTasks will create the data without manual entry on the UI.What is Export Markdown for?
Export Markdown allows you to: Backup data for browser/system reinstallations, move data to other devices, or perform batch edits manually in the file.
Can cleared data be recovered?
No. Clearing all data is permanent. Please Export Markdown for backup before clearing if you want to keep your records.
Where is my data stored? Is it safe?
Your data is stored locally on your device (local-first). This offers better privacy as it stays on your machine. Be aware that clearing browser cache or app data may delete it. Periodic exports are recommended.
What does PomoTasks Pro offer? When is it launching?
PomoTasks Pro features: Deep Focus Analysis, Multi-device Sync, Task Points & Reward Store, and Distraction Blocking. Estimated launch: March 01, 2026.
What's the difference between Free and Pro?
The free version focus on core features: Pomodoro, Project/Task management, Import/Export. Pro adds: deep analysis, sync, rewards, and website blocking.
Do I need to pay for PomoTasks?
No. You can use all basic features for free. Advanced features will be available in PomoTasks Pro (paid) at launch.
Is PomoTasks available on other browsers or only on Chrome?
Currently, PomoTasks is only available on Chrome. In the future, I plan to develop it for other browsers such as Firefox, Edge.
Where can I report bugs or give suggestions?
You can send them directly via support email: tranlongdev@gmail.com (or the contact form) on the website. When sending, please include a short description of the error, steps to reproduce it, and photos/screen records if available.
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