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How to Build Timer & Stopwatch with Adalo

Learn to create a timer and stopwatch using Adalo. Step-by-step guide to building functional time-tracking features in your Adalo app.

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How to Build Timer & Stopwatch with Adalo

 

Step 1: Setup Your Adalo Account

 

  • Sign up or log in to your Adalo account at Adalo's website.
  • Once logged in, create a new app by selecting the appropriate “Create New App” button.

 

Step 2: Design Your App Interface

 

  • Select “Blank App” for creating a custom app.
  • Name your app and choose the appropriate platform (Web or Mobile).
  • Add screens from the left toolbar by dragging and dropping. You'll need at least two screens: one for Timer and another for Stopwatch.

 

Step 3: Create Timer Screen

 

  • Rename the first screen to "Timer" by clicking on the gear icon on the top left of the screen.
  • From the component library, drag and drop a “Text” component to display the timer countdown.
  • Next, drag and drop buttons for Start, Pause, and Reset functionalities.

 

Step 4: Create Stopwatch Screen

 

  • Add a new screen by clicking the “+” icon at the top-left, and name it "Stopwatch".
  • Add a “Text” component to display elapsed time.
  • Include buttons for Start, Stop, and Reset functionalities.

 

Step 5: Add Timer Functionality

 

  • In the Timer screen, click on the "Text" component that will show the countdown.
  • In the “Data” section on the left pane, click on “Add Data” and define a custom action that will decrement the time.
  • Create variables to store time values. These can be done by creating database collections if necessary or by using Adalo's in-built state management.
  • Configure the actions for Start, Pause, and Reset buttons by assigning the appropriate custom actions to control the timer.

 

Step 6: Add Stopwatch Functionality

 

  • In the Stopwatch screen, click on the "Text" component that will show the elapsed time.
  • Create a similar setup with variables or custom actions to store the elapsed time.
  • Assign the custom actions to control the Start, Stop, and Reset buttons accordingly.

 

Step 7: Test the Functionality

 

  • Click the “Preview” button on the top right to test your Timer and Stopwatch features.
  • Ensure that each button triggers the correct action and that the Timer and Stopwatch are working correctly.

 

Step 8: Publish Your App

 

  • If everything works as expected, go back to the main dashboard.
  • Click on the “Share” button to publish your app or get a shareable link.

 

Step 9: Regular Updates

 

  • Keep the app updated by periodically checking for bugs or adding new features as needed.
  • Use Adalo's analytics to see how users interact with the Timer and Stopwatch functionalities.

 

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