Here are the first steps you should take after discovering Opal!
Opal is available for download on the App Store. Once you have installed the app on your iPhone or iPad, you will be asked to answer a few questions to personalize the experience, start a free trial and install our secure VPN.
Set daily working hours, sleep and routines, choose apps and websites you want to block automatically, so you donβt have to remember. You can also start Timer directly from the app home view to focus right away.
Opal will automatically follow your schedule, and block apps/websites you set. If you chose this option, you can take breaks and reconnect to apps for a short time. You will also get timely reminders when you get distracted, and your Screen Time stats which you can find on the profile tab of your app.
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To go further, you can set up shortcut automations that will make it impossible to bypass while Opal is blocking. Whenever you try to open a blocked app, you will be redirected automatically to the Opal app. This set up needs to be done for each app (for example, Instagram), so plan a few minutes of time and follow the instructions below:
π₯½ How do I install shortcut automations?
Donβt you wish Opal could work on your computer, too? Youβre in luck. When you install Opalβs free Chrome extension on your computer, your Chrome browser will sync with Opal and block relevant apps and websites when needed. Install Opal from the Chrome Store and follow the instructions.
π₯ How do I install Opal on my computer?
When you set your schedule or start a timer, you will be able to choose your protection level:
We recommend using Deep Focus when you really need to stay focused!
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βCreate a preset list of apps that Opal will block during a session or schedule, for example βWork Time Appsβ
Use Opal directly from your home screen! Select the + button on your iPhone home screen to add an Opal widget
π Does Opal have an iOS Widget?
βWhen you start a break, make sure you enter why you want to use your phone helps reduce mindless scrolling.
βIn your appβs Settings or Profile, you can choose your Gem name to let others know who you are.
βChoose your favorite Opal gem as an app icon.
π§ͺ Can I customize my Opal app icon?
βHead to your app profile to explore your screen time stats and understand your progress.
βWeβre making Opal better together. Have feedback or requests for Opal? Submit them on ideas.opal.so
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