If distractions get in the way of your productivity, Focus Mode is your new best friend. This feature helps you work in timed sessions with a visual motivator: every time you stay focused, your tree grows. It's simple, effective, and designed to help you stay on-task—whether you're studying, working, or just powering through a to-do list.
🔓 Who Can Use This Feature?
Focus Mode is available to:
Premium users
Family members (for personal tasks only)
Workspace members (for personal tasks only)
📱 Available on: Android, iOS
❌ Focus mode is not available on Web or Desktop at this time. Only personal tasks have the Focus Mode feature currently. Board tasks do not have this option.
⏰ How to Start a Focus Session
You can launch Focus Mode directly from the mobile app to begin a distraction-free session.
📱 On Android & iOS:
Tap the My Day tab
Tap the tree icon in the top-right corner
Set your desired timer duration (in minutes)
Tap Start Focus Session
📊 Once you start, a tree will begin growing on your screen, just don’t leave the app!
⌚ How Focus Mode Works
While your session is running:
You'll see a timer counting down
A tree or forest visual will appear and grow
Leaving the app will kill the session and stop the tree
At the end of a successful session:
Your tree will be fully grown
Your forest will have a new addition
You can also end a session early:
Tap “I'm Done” to finish and save your progress (even if the timer hasn't ended)
Tap “Give Up” to end the session without saving your progress
🌳 Your progress is motivational - the more sessions you complete, the more trees you grow.
🎧 Using White Noise with Focus Mode
To deepen your concentration, you can choose from several ambient sounds to play during your session.
How to enable white noise:
Tap the music note icon before starting a session
Select your preferred ambient sound
Volume is adjustable during the session
Note: White noise is available with headphones only.
⚠️ Common Issues and Battery Notes
⚡ Focus Mode suddenly stops?
Check your device's battery settings. Some Android models automatically shut down background sessions to save power.
To avoid this:
Exclude Any.do from battery optimization settings
Keep your screen on during a session
🚫 Can’t hear white noise?
Make sure your media volume is up
Make sure that you have headphones/earphones connected to your device
Reopen the session and re-select the audio
✨ iOS devices generally offer smoother playback for white noise.
🙋 FAQs
💳 Is Focus Mode available on all Any.do plans?
💳 Is Focus Mode available on all Any.do plans?
No. It's only available to users on Premium, Family, and Workspace plans. Focus Mode is currently available for personal tasks only.
📱 Which platforms support Focus Mode?
📱 Which platforms support Focus Mode?
Focus Mode is available on Android and iOS. It's not available on Web or Desktop.
⏱️ Can I customize the timer duration?
⏱️ Can I customize the timer duration?
Yes! You can set your own session length before starting Focus Mode.
🚫 What happens if I leave the app during a Focus Mode session?
🚫 What happens if I leave the app during a Focus Mode session?
Leaving the app ends the session, and your tree will stop growing. It acts as a soft blocker to keep you focused.
🔇 Why can't I hear white noise?
🔇 Why can't I hear white noise?
Make sure you're using headphones and your media volume is on. If it still doesn't work, reselect the sound before starting the session.
🌲 What’s the deal with the trees?
🌲 What’s the deal with the trees?
Every session you complete grows a tree. These trees are visual motivators and reminders of your focus streak.
✅ How do I end a session early?
✅ How do I end a session early?
Tap "I'm Done" to finish and save your progress early, or "Give Up" to quit without saving your tree.
🔌 Can I lock or turn off my screen?
🔌 Can I lock or turn off my screen?
Yes, but make sure your device allows Any.do to run in the background. On Android, disable battery optimization for best results.
🧩 Does it integrate with My Day or Calendar?
🧩 Does it integrate with My Day or Calendar?
Yes! You can launch Focus Mode from My Day or your task list with a quick tap on the tree icon.
🧠 Can I focus on more than one task?
🧠 Can I focus on more than one task?
Focus Mode encourages focusing on one task at a time for maximum effectiveness.
📈 How does Focus Mode help productivity?
📈 How does Focus Mode help productivity?
By creating a focused environment with a timer, white noise, and visual incentives, Focus Mode helps users stay present and on-task.