Can a timer continue running continuously across slides?

Yes, if you want a global deck timer that doesn't reset when you change slides, you can configure continuous session timing in the extension settings.

How to Set a Different Timer for Each Slide in Google Slides

Quick Summary: 3 Steps to Add a Timer

Step 1

Define your agenda pacing

Determine the exact target time for each section of your deck (e.g., Intro 2m, Demo 5m, Q&A 3m).

Step 2

Insert unique tags on each slide

Add custom duration tags like {{2:00-}} on Slide 1 and {{5:00-}} on Slide 2.

Step 3

Test navigation between slides

Advance through slides during presentation mode to verify that each slide timer starts and resets accurately.

Why Per-Slide Timing Matters

When giving a 20-minute talk with 10 slides, spending 8 minutes on Slide 2 throws off your entire presentation. By setting a dedicated countdown timer on each individual slide, you always know whether you are on schedule or need to speed up.

Configuring Independent Timers on Consecutive Slides

Live Slides Timer treats each slide independently. When you navigate to a new slide, the extension detects the specific tag on that slide and initiates its countdown from scratch.

Example Deck Structure

Slide 1 (Welcome & Agenda): {{2:00-}} — 2 minutes
Slide 2 (Problem Statement): {{3:00-}} — 3 minutes
Slide 3 (Live Product Walkthrough): {{8:00-|@}} — 8 minutes with bell chime
Slide 4 (Pricing & Next Steps): {{2:00-}} — 2 minutes
Slide 5 (Open Q&A): {{0:00+}} — Open stopwatch counting up

What Happens When You Flip Back and Forth?

By default, when you navigate away from a slide and return to it later, the timer will parse the tag anew and restart from the original duration. This makes it ideal for practicing individual segments repeatedly.