RescueTime Activities is an xbar plugin that allows you to monitor your RescueTime activities and distractions directly from your macOS menu bar. With easy installation and a user-friendly interface, you can stay focused and informed about your productivity in real-time.
Elevate your productivity with the RescueTime Activities xbar plugin, designed specifically for macOS users. This powerful tool seamlessly integrates into the macOS menu bar, allowing you to monitor your RescueTime activities and distractions at a glance.
Key Features
- Real-Time Monitoring: Stay informed about your productivity levels and distractions without leaving your workflow.
- User-Friendly Design: Quick access to your RescueTime data from the convenience of your menu bar.
Requirements
To get started, ensure you have:
- macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later (tested on macOS 14.5 Sonoma)
- xbar (formerly known as BitBar)
- A RescueTime account for tracking your activities.
Installation Overview
Follow these simple steps to install the plugin:
- Install xbar through manual download or via Homebrew with the command:
brew install --cask xbar. - Download the plugin directly into your xbar plugin folder.
- Set up your RescueTime API key for accurate tracking.
Inspiration
This plugin builds on the foundation of the original RescueTime plugin created by Paul Traylor, offering an enhanced view with a detailed list of your daily activities instead of just a summary of productive versus distractive time.
Learn More
For those interested in further enhancing their time management skills, check out my blog post: ADHD Tech Stack: Auto Time Tracking for insights and additional resources.
Future Improvements
Stay tuned for upcoming features including a weekly productivity chart to help you analyze your efficiency over a longer period.
Experience a more productive day with the RescueTime Activities plugin!