About the pictionary timer
Time your Pictionary rounds perfectly. 60 seconds is standard for drawing and guessing. Quick rounds at 45 seconds increase difficulty. Allow 90 seconds for complex phrases or younger players. No letters, numbers, or verbal clues allowed!
Recommended times
| Fast Draw (45s) | 45 seconds |
|---|---|
| Standard (60s) | 1 minute |
| Detailed (90s) | 1 minute 30 seconds |
How to use the pictionary timer
- Choose a preset, or tap Edit time to type any hours, minutes and seconds.
- Press Start Timer (or the space bar). The finish time appears under the digits.
- Press Full screen to fill the screen — handy for classrooms, meetings and kitchens.
- When it reaches zero an alarm plays until you press Stop Alarm.
Keyboard shortcuts
- Space start / pause
- R reset
- F full screen
- M mute
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Pictionary timer?
The classic Pictionary board game uses a one-minute sand timer, so 60 seconds is the standard. Use 45 seconds for experienced players and 90 seconds for kids or tricky phrases.
How many seconds do you get to draw in Pictionary?
One minute per turn in the standard rules. Everyone on the drawing team guesses during that minute; 'all play' words give every team the same minute.
Can the timer restart automatically for the next team?
Turn on Auto-repeat and it restarts as soon as it reaches zero, with a short chime, so you never have to touch it between turns.
What presets does the pictionary timer have?
Fast Draw (45s) (45 seconds), Standard (60s) (1 minute), Detailed (90s) (1 minute 30 seconds). Tap Edit time to set any other length.
Is it free, and do I need an app?
It is completely free with no sign-up or download. It works in any modern browser on phones, tablets and computers.