screetime

When you are on your computer, it is easy to get so absorbed by your work or your game, that you simply forget to take a break and rest your eyes. Since this can often lead to migraines or ophthalmology-related issues, apps like screetime come in handy.

The utility comes with quite an underwhelming interface, and it might take a little bit of tinkering with its options to understand its features.

You need to start by entering your username, so screetime can correctly address you and try to convince you to rest for a few minutes.

Even though it is recommended to take shorter breaks on a regular basis, rather than longer ones after you have worked for a very long time, you still have the possibility to choose how often you want to take a break.

screetime also allows you to modify the appearance of the main window, which can be of great use especially at night, when bright colors might affect your eyes even more than usual.

Another nifty function of the application is the fact that you can browse to an audio file (MP3 or WAV), and listen to it while on break. This way, you can make sure you truly relax and you can get back to work fully refreshed.

On the downside, only a single file can be loaded, so you need to choose it wisely.

Screetime can not only remind you to take breaks, but also convince you to rest your mind and you eyes for a few minutes while listening to your favorite audio track.

A nice touch are the motivational phrases (such as: U know you are perfect, Talk less, work more!, and others).