HOW TO Use Downtime to stay focused

1 Get some time off

Downtime only lets you run permitted apps. In its Screen Time section are: Downtime and Scheduled. Clicking “Turn On” next to the former enables Downtime instantly. Scheduled sets when Downtime is active.

2 Set Downtime rules

Downtime uses the rules you set in App Limits. Here, click “+” and choose an entire category of apps, or click the arrow to select individual apps. Next to Time, choose how long you can use the app.

3 Limit communications

Downtime can also block excessive phone calls and messages. Click Communication, then decide which people can contact you and when. You can block all unknown contacts.