Windows 10: Setting an app-specific time limit for myself

Discus and support Setting an app-specific time limit for myself in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Hello all, I am trying to spend less time in games and focus more on productivity, yet I do not want to uninstall those games. I simply want to set... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by NicholasKonrad, Jan 15, 2021.

  1. NICHOLASKONRAD
    NicholasKonrad Win User

    Setting an app-specific time limit for myself


    Hello all,


    I am trying to spend less time in games and focus more on productivity, yet I do not want to uninstall those games. I simply want to set some setting that me the only user account on my laptop can have a specific app running for a limited time only.


    I do not want to limit the my screen time for Windows, nor do I want to or can set up a kids account and control it through that. My games are installed for all users and there is no option in the installer for this.

    I guess there must be a way to do this without any of those solutions, yet I only encountered those which is a little frustrating to me as even my smartphone has implemented just this feature and made it easily accessible. A free third-party program recommendation would also be appreciated.


    Running Win10 Home


    Thanks in advance,

    Nicholas

    :)
     
    NicholasKonrad, Jan 15, 2021
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  2. SIR RYSTIC
    Sir Rystic Win User

    Limit screen time use of a specific App

    Hi - How does one limit the screen time limits to an App when this is being done for a specific person, and not for a Family? - HP.
     
    Sir Rystic, Jan 15, 2021
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  3. MARILOU SER
    Marilou Ser Win User
    time limits in family not working

    Hi Barbara,

    We would like to know more details about your concern about the Family Safety time limit that is not working so we can better assist you. Kindly answer the following:

    • Does it happen only with particular child account?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

    In the meantime, we would suggest that you refer to this
    support link     on how to set up screen time limits for your child.

    We look forward to your response.
     
    Marilou Ser, Jan 15, 2021
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  4. SIR RYSTIC
    Sir Rystic Win User

    Setting an app-specific time limit for myself

    Limit screen time use of a specific App

    How does one limit screen time access to a specific Gaming App when there is only one user on a computer? I am doing this for my use, and don't have Family considerations.
     
    Sir Rystic, Jan 15, 2021
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