Frequently Asked Questions
Questions & Answers
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Common questions and answers about the Clock tool.
General Questions
What is the Clock tool?
The Clock tool is a comprehensive time utility that provides digital clock, analog clock, world clock, timer, and stopwatch functionality in one convenient interface.
Is the Clock tool free to use?
Yes, the Clock tool is completely free to use with no limitations or restrictions.
Do I need to create an account?
No account is required. The tool works immediately in your browser.
Functionality Questions
How accurate is the time display?
The time display is based on your device's system time and updates every second. For best accuracy, ensure your system time is synchronized.
Can I add more cities to the world clock?
Currently, the tool supports four major cities (New York, London, Tokyo, Beijing). More cities will be added in future updates.
How precise is the stopwatch?
The stopwatch measures time to the centisecond (0.01 seconds) for high-precision timing.
Can I set multiple timers?
Currently, the tool supports one timer at a time. Multiple timer support is planned for future updates.
Does the timer work when the browser tab is inactive?
The timer will continue running in the background, but for best accuracy, keep the tab active.
Technical Questions
What browsers are supported?
The tool works best in modern browsers including Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, and Edge 90+.
Why isn't the clock updating?
Check that JavaScript is enabled in your browser. If issues persist, try refreshing the page.
Can I use the tool offline?
The tool requires an internet connection for initial loading, but once loaded, basic functionality works offline.
Is my data stored anywhere?
No personal data is stored or transmitted. All timing data is kept locally in your browser.
Usage Questions
How do I reset the stopwatch?
Click the "Reset" button to clear all times and return to 00:00.00.
Can I pause the timer?
Yes, use the "Pause" button to temporarily stop the timer, then "Start" to resume.
How many lap times can I record?
The stopwatch can store up to 10 lap times. Older laps are automatically removed when the limit is reached.
What timezone does the world clock use?
Each city displays its local timezone. The tool automatically adjusts for daylight saving time.
Troubleshooting
The analog clock hands aren't moving
Ensure JavaScript is enabled and try refreshing the page. Check the browser console for any error messages.
Timer is not counting down
Verify that you've entered valid time values and clicked "Start". Check that JavaScript is enabled.
World clock times seem incorrect
The times are calculated based on UTC offsets. For more accurate results, ensure your system time is correct.
Performance is slow
Close unnecessary browser tabs and ensure you're using a modern browser version. The tool is optimized for performance.
Feature Requests
Can I suggest new features?
Yes! We welcome feature suggestions. Please contact us through the feedback form.
Will you add alarm functionality?
Alarm functionality is planned for future updates and will include multiple alarms and sound notifications.
Can I customize the clock appearance?
Customization options are planned for future versions, including themes and layout options.
Will you add more timezone support?
Yes, we plan to expand timezone coverage and add user-defined cities in future updates.