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Circle is a workshop management tool designed to streamline your planning and execution. With Circle, you can effortlessly create and customize schedules, adjust timeslots on the fly, and use the built-in timer to stay on track during activities. Its automatic timezone adjustment ensures seamless coordination, making it ideal for both in-person and remote workshops.

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How to Use the Workshop Timer

Getting Started

When you first open the tool, you'll see an intro overlay explaining its purpose. Click "Get Started" to begin.

Viewing the Schedule

  • The main screen displays your workshop schedule
  • Each timeslot shows start time, duration, and description
  • The current timeslot is highlighted
  • A countdown timer for the current timeslot is displayed

Edit Mode

Click the pencil icon to enter edit mode. In edit mode, you can:

  • Change the workshop title
  • Adjust the start time of the workshop
  • Add new timeslots
  • Edit timeslot duration and description
  • Delete timeslots
  • Drag and drop to rearrange timeslots

Click 'Save' to exit edit mode and apply your changes.

Setting the Timezone

In Edit Mode, use the "Timezone" dropdown to select the appropriate timezone. The schedule will automatically adjust to display times in the selected timezone, making it easier to run workshops outside of your local timezone.

Using the Timer

Use the timer at the bottom of the screen to keep track of activities:

  • Click preset buttons (5, 10, 15, 20 min) to quickly set the timer
  • Use Start/Stop buttons to control the timer
  • Use +/- buttons to adjust time by 1 minute
  • Click the whistle button to play a sound

Sharing Your Schedule

To share your workshop schedule:

  • Set up your schedule as desired
  • Copy the URL from your browser's address bar
  • Share this URL with participants or co-facilitators

When they open the link, they'll see the same schedule adjusted to their local timezone.

Tips for Effective Use

  • Set up your schedule in advance and test the link
  • Use Edit Mode for last-minute adjustments
  • Utilize the timer to keep your workshop on track
  • Encourage participants to open the link on their devices

Workshop Timer

All times displayed in: timezone

Stopwatch

00:00