# Task timer You can keep track of how long a task takes by using the built in timer function in Ellie. When a task is done being timed, we'll also the time to the "actual time" of the task ### How to start a timer There are 2 ways to start a timer. From the task card (by clicking the estimated time dropdown) and then the task modal by clicking the "Start timer" button next to estimated time.

### Timers on mobile Timers function exactly the same on the iOS and iPad app. Except when the timer is expanded you have a beautiful full screen view 👀

## Floating timer for desktop On our desktop app, you can actually choose to enable a floating timer that floats above all browser windows and across all desktops. To enable it, go to settings -> enable floating timer and then you should see the floating timer appear (if one is running).

### Floating timer options You can customize the experience of the timer in 2 ways: 1. Auto start timing the next task after task completion 2. Changing the background image of the timer (more images soon!)