Windows 11 gets new Focus tools to boost productivity

Windows 11 gets new Focus tools to boost productivity

Focus Assist has been a standout feature in Windows 11, and thanks to a new update, they're making it even better as of today (April 5), after Microsoft announced it at their event, thanks to the introduction of a tune. integrated. -timer.

First introduced in Windows 10, Microsoft's Focus Assist tools have been a helpful ally in the war against notifications competing to distract you from work, gaming, and media.

Working similar to your phone's alert settings and slider, Focus Assist allows you to filter out some or all of the notifications and alerts that may pop up and distract you from what you're supposed to be doing, as long as you remember to turn on first place.

Increase your focus even more

Fortunately, that shouldn't be a problem anymore, as Windows 11 will soon have a built-in fit timer that can schedule dedicated blocks of "fit time" into your schedule based on your schedule and work habits for the week.

Previously, this helpful Focus tool was only available to customers of Microsoft's paid Viva Insights program, which helps users develop better work habits. So it's great to see the feature rolling out to all Windows 11 users who want to be more productive.

Currently, users looking to maximize their productivity and get the most out of Focus Assist have had to rely on setting automatic timers or conditions under which Focus Assist would kick in, such as when a second monitor is connected or when playing a game.