Debate Timer

Runs a whole debate on one screen: the current speech and side, the time left in large digits, the next speech and a prep-time bank for each side, for a projector or a large screen.

How to use

1. Choose a debate under "Format"; the order of speeches and their times appear under "Order of speeches".
2. Change any speech name, side or time in the list, or press "Add speech".
3. Press "Full screen", then "Start" when the first speaker begins, and "Next" when the speech ends.
4. When a side asks for prep time, press its prep button (for example "Pro prep 2:00"); press it again to stop and return to the speech.

How it works

• Time is calculated from the device clock, so it stays correct when the tab is in the background.
• The digits turn orange at 1 minute and red at 30 seconds; after zero the clock counts overtime as +0:15.
• Preset times follow the National Speech & Debate Association (Lincoln-Douglas, Public Forum, Policy) and the World Universities Debating Championship rules (British Parliamentary). The classroom and free formats are examples. Edited orders stay on this device.

Questions and answers

How long is each speech in Lincoln-Douglas debate?

Constructives of 6 (affirmative) and 7 minutes (negative), two 3-minute cross-examinations, rebuttals of 4, 6 and 3 minutes, and 4 minutes of prep per debater.

What is protected time in British Parliamentary debate?

The first and last minute of each 7-minute speech, when points of information may not be offered. Tick "Show protected time" to see this on screen.

Does the timer keep running if I switch to another tab?

Yes. The time left is worked out from the clock, so it is right when you return, and the end chime still sounds.

Can I control it with a keyboard or a presentation clicker?

Yes. Space starts and pauses, the right arrow or Page Down goes to the next speech, the left arrow or Page Up goes back, and 1 and 2 start prep time.