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BigBlueButton includes built-in timer and stopwatch tools to help you manage time during your session.

Timer (Countdown)

Use the countdown timer to set time limits for activities:
  • Set a duration (e.g., 5 minutes for a breakout room discussion)
  • The timer is visible to all participants
  • An alert sounds when time is up
  • Great for timed activities, quizzes, or transition warnings

Stopwatch (Count Up)

Use the stopwatch to track elapsed time:
  • Start the stopwatch at the beginning of an activity
  • Visible to all participants
  • Useful for open-ended activities where you want to monitor how long things take

Common Uses

See Timer and Stopwatch for setup instructions and details.