Focus Mode
Focus Mode is Eidolon's Pomodoro timer feature, helping you enter deep work states. AI accompanies you while you focus and chats with you during breaks.
Entering Focus Mode
- On the "Today" home page, click the "Focus Mode" button
- Select a focus profile
- Start focusing
Focus Profiles
Eidolon offers three focus profiles:
| Profile | Focus + Break | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Classic 25 | 25 min focus + 5 min break | Daily Pomodoro, steady start |
| Sprint 40 | 40 min focus + 8 min break | Active tasks, longer focus |
| Deep 50 | 50 min focus + 10 min break | Deep work, tasks needing immersion |
Ambient Sounds
Choose background audio to help you concentrate during focus:
| Track | Effect |
|---|---|
| Valley | Natural valley sounds, peaceful and soothing |
| Rain | Rain sounds, classic white noise |
| Creek | Stream sounds, gentle flowing |
| Silent | No background sound |
Focus Process
When Focus Mode is running:
- Focus phase: Countdown in progress, ambient sounds playing
- Break phase: Focus ends, break countdown begins
- Cycles: Automatically alternates between focus and break per the profile
Desktop Immersive Mode
Desktop supports pseudo-fullscreen immersive mode:
- Window automatically expands to fullscreen during focus
- Reduces distractions for better concentration
- Enable in Settings → Preferences → Focus Desktop Pseudo-Fullscreen
AI Companionship
During Focus Mode, AI:
- Encourages you when you start focusing
- Chats casually during break times
- Records your focus duration for daily summaries
Focus Records
Each focus session's duration is recorded. You can see in daily summaries:
- Total focus time today
- Number of completed Pomodoros
- Focus time distribution
Tips
- Start with Classic 25, then try longer profiles once you're comfortable
- Choose ambient sounds that suit you for the best focus environment
- Actually rest during breaks — stand up, stretch, or chat with AI