Xfce4-time-out-plugin makes it possible to take periodical breaks from the computer at user-configurable intervals (specified in minutes and seconds). During breaks it suspends your screen (for a time period that is also configurable), preventing user input. It optionally allows you to postpone breaks for a certain time.

The idea is inherited from DrWright, a plugin originating with GNOME.

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1. Add the plugin to the panel.
2. Right-click on the added plugin, select Properties to open the settings window.

In the properties dialog, the following options are configurable:

• Duration (length) of each break (default: 5 minutes)
• Time between breaks (default: 30 minutes)
• Postpone time (default: 2 minutes)
• Allow breaks to be postponed
• Display seconds in the panel
• Display hours in the panel
• Display the remaining time until the next break at all

The plugin also offers a context menu which can:

• deactivate the plugin easily
• take a break instantly

Time Out Plugin Configuration Dialog Window

Time Out Plugin Panel Indicator

Time Out Plugin Right-Click Context Menu

Time Out Plugin Screen Lock During Breaks

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• GTK+-3.0
• libxfce4util
• xfce4-panel

For detailed information on the minimum required versions, check the meson.build file.

• xfce4-time-out-plugin 1.2.0 released (2025/05/20 10:37)

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https://gitlab.xfce.org/panel-plugins/xfce4-time-out-plugin

• Reporting Bugs – List of currently open bugs and instructions on how to submit new bug reports

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