How to Add Countdown Clocks to My Desktop

Computer users add countdown clocks to their desktop to remind them of special occasions, take practice tests, and to use while cooking their favorite recipes.  The operating system clock is limited in scope because it does not contain an alarm clock or a countdown timer.

• Research Internet software websites with desktop countdown clocks.  Some software is available for a small fee or for free.  Make sure that the software you download comes from a reputable source and does not contain viruses or malware that can hurt your computer system.


• Select countdown software that has the features you need.  Download the software to your computer and install the package according to your computers download and installation settings.


• Consider downloading a safe and effective countdown clock complete with an alarm clock and a calendar from the reputable book company Scholastic.  Their free clock is adjustable and user friendly.


• Download the TimeLeft clock and countdown timer if you prefer a small and customizable clock timer application for your desktop.  This software allows user to setup several different timers that sounds a built-in alarm or use an mp3 from your music collection.  The timers can be customized to nearly any color and font, and size.  Multiple times, allow you to program events years, months, weeks, days, hours, minutes, and even seconds.  You can set the clock to countdown or to count up the time.  This is helpful when you need to record the amount of time it takes you to complete a particular project.