Help & FAQs

Quick guidance for running your matches smoothly with CueTime.

Getting started

1. In Settings choose which timers you need: Shot, Frame, and/or Match.
2. Set the durations. Common shot times are 30, 45 or 60 seconds.
3. Optionally add warnings and final‑seconds beeps.

Match time

1. Tap Start, or tap the Shot Clock to start all timers running.
2. Use Pause for stoppages, then Play to resume the countdown.
3. Tap the Shot Clock anywhere in the big circle to restart the shot clock.
4. Tap Stop reset and stop the shot clock.
5. Tap Stop Frame once the frame is decided, the Match Clock will continue.
6. Tap Start Frame to start the frame and shot clock running.
7. Tap Stop Match once the match is decided, and to reset all timers.

Timers explained

• Shot clock — Counts down each shot. You can restart it after every shot with a single tap.
• Frame clock — Counts down each frame limit, or if disabled counts up show the current frame duration.
• Match clock — Counts down overall match limit, or if disabled counts up to show the match duration.
• You can enable any combination to suit your competition.

Custom warnings and beeps

• Warnings — Adds a callout like “15s remaining” on a 30s shot clock.
• Final‑seconds beeps — Configure how many seconds should beep at the end (e.g., last 5 seconds).
• Visual alerts — Watch for color changes as deadlines approach.

Automatic shot clock reduction

Optionally reduce the shot time limit during the final part of a match. For example, use 30 seconds for most of the match, then 15 seconds in the last 10 minutes.

Tips for referees

• Press-and-hold on the shot clock to pause the timer when the cue ball has been hit, then release once the balls have stopped to restart the countdown.
• Place the device where both players can see the display clearly.
• Cast or mirror the device's screen to a TV or monitor.
• Keep volume up for audible beeps and warnings.
• Use do‑not‑disturb mode to avoid interruptions.

FAQs

Can I use only the shot clock?
Yes. Enable just the shot timer and leave frame/match timers off.

Can I run match or frame timing without a shot clock?
Yes. Use any combination of the three timers.

Can I customise the last‑seconds beeps?
Yes. Choose how many seconds should beep before time expires, or set 0 seconds for no beeps.

Does the app track personal data?
No. See our Privacy Policy.

Troubleshooting

No sound? Check the device volume and silent mode. Bluetooth headsets may reroute audio.

Screen dimming? Increase your system screen timeout or keep the device awake during matches.

Support

If you need help, have a feature request, or found a bug, email us at apps@kfox.uk.