1-Minute Timer
A big, clear one-minute countdown for quick transitions and timed think-pair-share.
The short answer: press Start for a 1-minute countdown with an alarm at zero. To put a 1-minute timer on top of your PowerPoint while you present, download SlideTimerApp and tap the 1-minute preset — it floats over your live Slide Show instead of living in a browser tab.
What a 1-minute timer is good for
- Quick transitions between activities or stations
- Icebreakers and lightning introductions
- Elevator pitches and 60-second updates
- Silent think time before a discussion
How to use a 1-minute timer in PowerPoint
This page is great for a quick countdown on your screen. But a browser tab cannot stay on top of a full-screen Slide Show. For that, use the free overlay app:
- Download SlideTimerApp. Open the free portable Windows app.
- Tap the 1-minute preset. Or type any minutes and seconds.
- Pin it on top and present. Press F5 — the 1-minute countdown floats over your slides and rings at zero.
Put this timer on top of your slides
SlideTimerApp floats a transparent 1-minute countdown over PowerPoint, Google Slides or Canva — free for Windows.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this 1-minute timer free?
Yes. This online 1-minute timer is free, runs in your browser and needs no sign-up. It starts, pauses and resets, and plays an alarm when the minute is up.
How do I show a 1-minute timer over PowerPoint?
Use this page for a quick browser timer, or download SlideTimerApp to float a 1-minute countdown directly on top of your PowerPoint Slide Show, so it stays visible while you present.
Does the timer make a sound at the end?
Yes. It plays a short alarm tone when the countdown reaches zero, and the digits turn red in the final seconds.