You don't need to open the Clock app every time to set a quick timer on your iPhone. Here are some shortcuts that make the process much faster.

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Does your child benefit from a visual reinforcer? Then take a look at these online and other visual timers for kids who have sensory needs.

“Alexa, set a timer for 10 minutes,” I say in the kitchen as I’m putting a pot of water on a burner, followed by “Alexa, set a timer for 20 minutes” as I pop some lasagne in the oven for reheating.