Use Cases | Focusmate

What Can I Do On Focusmate?

A few ways our community uses Focusmate!

Coding

Writing software, doing code reviews, or fixing bugs? Get in the zone with Focusmate.

Planning your day

Kickstart your day, make to-do lists, or set up appointments.

Studying

Preparing for an exam? Finishing up homework? Reading for tomorrow’s class? Focusmate can help you focus!

Housework

Plants need watering? Laundry needs folding? Dishes need doing? Focusmate is here to help!

Writing and research

Your daily journal, your groundbreaking research proposal, or the final chapter of your bestselling novel – whatever it is, you can write it with Focusmate.

Meditation, yoga, and exercise

Energize or unwind, with support and motivation from a Focusmate partner.

Creative work

Painting? Sculpting? Composing music? Focusmate can help get your creativity flowing.

Chores

Focusmate can help you get ahead of chores—whether you are booking flights, ordering groceries, or filing taxes.

Anything else!

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FAQ

What if I’m unable to speak in the session?

The best Focusmate experience involves a warm greeting to your partner and a verbal check in at the end of the session. But if you’re unable to speak during the start or the end of the session (for example when you’re in a library), you can use the chat to update your partner. You can also communicate this through your Focusmate name to give your partners a heads up (for example: ‘Rachel, Chat only’).

How do I use Focusmate for tasks that involve moving around?

Using Focusmate for tasks that involve moving around (like cooking or exercising) is similar to using Focusmate for desk work. Just make sure to set up your camera so that your partner can see you while you focus on your task(s).

Is there a way I can choose specific people for a task, like exercise or morning routines?

Yes. There are a few different ways to work with specific people. If you enjoyed working with someone and would like to work with them again, you can Favorite them and book locked-in sessions with them. Learn more here.

You can also share your invite link with someone (such as a friend) and they’ll be able to book sessions with you. Learn more here.