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How to use Mini SubTimer in Google Meet?
The new Mini SubTimer is a small add-on to your Meeting Timer - for Google Meet that makes a big difference. It lets you time tasks, speaking turns, and agenda points in parallel - similar to what you may know from FigJam or Miro - without touching the main timer.
You can also share the SubTimer across tabs, so when you present your screen the timer is visible to everyone. Perfect for workshops, stand-ups, interviews, coaching sessions, and classes.
1. Install Meeting Timer - for Google Meet
Make sure you’re running the latest version of Meeting Timer – for Google Meet.
New here? Meeting Timer is a lightweight timer for Google Meet with Google Calendar integration, color cues (halftime/ overtime), drag-and-drop, and a shareable timer mode.
2. Open your Google Meet call
Join any Google Meet. The main Meeting Timer appears automatically on the page.
3. Open a SubTimer
Hover the timer and click the SubTimer icon (white clock with ➕).
Add a Mini SubTimer from the timer toolbar.
A compact mini countdown timer will appear below the main timer.
4. Set duration and start
- Click the time field and type MM:SS (e.g.,
05:00) - Press ▶ Start to begin
- Use ⏸ Pause, ⏹ Stop & Reset, or +1 to add a minute on the fly
SubTimer controls at a glance.
The SubTimer runs independently - your main Google Meet countdown timer keeps tracking the whole call.
5. Drag, place, and keep it visible
Drag the SubTimer to any corner. We remember the position, so it stays out of the way of your content and controls.
6. Share across tabs (for screen sharing)
Click the Share button in the main timer to show timers on every Chrome tab. Now, when you click Present now in Google Meet, both your content and the shareable timer are visible to participants.
This is ideal for time-boxed activities, retros, daily stand-ups, and Q&A blocks.
Share timers across tabs so they’re part of your shared screen.
7. Adjust SubTimer Settings
You can fine-tune how the Mini SubTimer works from the main Google Meet Timer settings.
To open settings, just click the gear icon inside the main timer. Choosen options you can control:
- Alerts sounds → Enable or disable a sound notification when the SubTimer reaches overtime.
- Sounds volume level → Choose between Same as main timer, Low, Medium, or High.
When to use the Mini SubTimer
- Speaking time: Give each person 1–2 minutes. Keep pace without cutting people off.
- Agenda items: Time-box topics to avoid overruns.
- Exercises & demos: 3–5 minute blocks for pairing, whiteboarding, or product walkthroughs.
- Q&A: Keep the last segment focused and on time.
FAQ: Google Meet Timer & SubTimer
How do I show a timer in Google Meet?
Install Meeting Timer – for Google Meet. The timer appears on the Meet page automatically.
Can others see the timer?
Yes - enable Share across tabs and present your screen. The shareable timer becomes part of the content you’re sharing.
Is this a Google Meet countdown timer or a stopwatch?
Both. The main timer can track elapsed time for the meeting; the SubTimer is a countdown you control for agenda segments.
Does it store my data?
No. Meeting Timer keeps data in your browser only (no external servers).
Where can I find all controls?
Check the cheat sheet. for a quick overview.
What is Meeting Timer - for Google Meet?
Meeting Timer - for Google Meet is a free Chrome extension that adds a clean, reliable Google Meet Timer to your calls, with Calendar integration, halftime/ overtime cues, drag-and-drop, and a Mini SubTimer for time-boxing. It helps teams run shorter, clearer, more focused meetings.
Try it on your next call and keep everyone on track.
✍️ Share your feedback!
We’d love to hear what you think about the SubTimer. Your feedback helps us improve and decide what to build next.
👉 Visit our feedback page here: Share your feedback & requests
Whether it’s a suggestion, a request for improvement, or simply your opinion, every message makes the extension better for everyone.
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