Basic Usage
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Learn how to use the basic features of the Clock tool.
Digital Clock
The digital clock displays the current time in your local timezone.
Features
- Current Time: Shows hours, minutes, and seconds
- Current Date: Displays today's date
- Timezone: Shows your current timezone
- Auto-update: Updates every second
Usage
- Simply view the display - no interaction required
- Time automatically updates every second
- Timezone is automatically detected from your browser
Analog Clock
The analog clock provides a visual representation of the current time.
Features
- Clock Face: Traditional 12-hour clock design
- Hour Hand: Indicates current hour
- Minute Hand: Shows current minutes
- Second Hand: Real-time seconds display
- Hour Marks: Visual indicators for each hour
Usage
- View the clock face to see current time
- Watch the hands move in real-time
- Use for quick visual time reference
World Clock
Check the current time in different cities around the world.
Supported Cities
- New York: Eastern Time (EST/EDT)
- London: Greenwich Mean Time (GMT/BST)
- Tokyo: Japan Standard Time (JST)
- Beijing: China Standard Time (CST)
Features
- Real-time Updates: All times update automatically
- Date Display: Shows current date for each city
- Timezone Info: Displays timezone abbreviations
- Responsive Layout: Adapts to different screen sizes
Usage
- View all cities at once in the grid layout
- Times automatically adjust for daylight saving time
- Use for scheduling international meetings or calls
Timer
Set a countdown timer for various purposes.
Setting the Timer
- Hours: Enter hours (0-23)
- Minutes: Enter minutes (0-59)
- Seconds: Enter seconds (0-59)
Controls
- Start: Begin the countdown
- Pause: Temporarily stop the timer
- Reset: Clear the timer and return to 00:00:00
Features
- Visual Countdown: Large display shows remaining time
- Status Indicator: Shows if timer is running or paused
- Auto-completion: Timer stops automatically when reaching zero
- Input Validation: Ensures valid time values
Usage Examples
- Work Sessions: Set 25-minute Pomodoro timers
- Cooking: Time your recipes accurately
- Exercise: Track workout intervals
- Meetings: Keep discussions on schedule
Stopwatch
Measure elapsed time with high precision.
Controls
- Start: Begin timing
- Stop: Pause timing
- Lap: Record current time while continuing
- Reset: Clear all times and start over
Features
- High Precision: Measures to the centisecond (0.01 seconds)
- Lap Recording: Store up to 10 lap times
- Real-time Display: Shows current elapsed time
- Status Indicator: Displays current state (running/stopped)
Usage Examples
- Sports: Time athletic performances
- Experiments: Measure reaction times
- Presentations: Track speaking time
- Training: Monitor exercise duration
Tips for Best Results
- Browser Compatibility: Ensure your browser supports modern JavaScript features
- System Time: Keep your device's system time accurate for best results
- Performance: Close unnecessary browser tabs for smoother animations
- Accessibility: Use keyboard navigation for better accessibility