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7: Tools to Block Electronic Distractions While You Write

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The Internet is a shiny bauble full of temptation, no more so than when it’s time to sit down and write. There’s always a notification, an email, a link that needs tapping or clicking or reading. If you find it hard to resist temptation, this week’s episode is for you. I employ several add-ons and apps to keep me focused and curb the urge to procrastinate.

Duration: 10:02:00

Present: K. Tempest Bradford.

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  • Why Writers Are the Worst Procrastinators — The Atlantic
    • Browser Blocks

    These add-ons, extensions, and apps will block all websites or only specific ones during writing time. All are flexible and customizable.

    • WasteNoTime — Chrome, Safari
    • LeechBlock — Firefox
    • FocalFilter — Internet Explorer, Safari, Chrome, Firefox
      • Smartphone Blocking Apps
      • ClearFocus — Android
      • ClearLock — Android
      • Freedom — iOS
        • Full-screen writing apps

        To block distractions on the screen

        • Scrivener — Windows, Mac, Linux
        • FocusWriter — Windows
        • WriteMonkey — Windows
        • OmmWriter — Mac, iOS, Windows
        • JotterPad — Android
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