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Focus Time

Protect deep work periods by defining recurring focus time blocks. Keep interruptions at bay and ensure you have dedicated time for your most important work.

By Byte Size Labs · Updated 23 April 2026

What Is Focus Time?

Focus time blocks are recurring periods you designate for uninterrupted deep work. They appear in your daily brief and calendar to signal that this time is reserved for concentrated effort.

Research shows that context-switching can cost 20-40% of productive time. Focus time blocks help you batch deep work and minimise interruptions.

Setting Up Focus Time

Creating Focus Blocks

  1. Go to Settings > Focus Time
  2. Click "Add Focus Block"
  3. Select the day of the week
  4. Set the start and end time
  5. Give it a label (e.g., "Deep Work", "Code Review Time", "Writing")
  6. Save

Example Schedule

Mon–Fri9:00 AM – 11:00 AMDeep Work
Tue & Thu2:00 PM – 3:30 PMCode Review

Where Focus Time Appears

Daily Brief

Your focus blocks for today are highlighted in the daily brief widget so you can plan your day around them.

Calendar View

Focus blocks show as shaded regions on your calendar, making it easy to visually see your protected periods.

Tips for Effective Focus Time:
  • Schedule focus time during your peak energy hours
  • Start with 90-minute blocks — the brain's natural focus cycle
  • Pair focus time with your highest-priority tasks
  • Use the daily brief each morning to review your focus blocks

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