Help & User Guide

Getting Started

Quick Start in 4 Steps

1

Enter your script

Open the "Script & Teleprompter" section and paste or type your presentation script

2

Set your timer duration

Choose a preset (1m, 3m, 5m) or click "Custom Settings" for more options

3

Start your presentation

Click "Start Full Presentation" to begin the timer and display your script

4

Navigate your script

Use the arrow buttons or keyboard arrows to advance through your script lines

Using on Smartphone

Mobile Quick Start

FocusCue is optimized for touch screens. Here's how to use it on your phone:

1

Enter your script

Tap the "Script & Teleprompter" section to expand it and paste your text

2

Select timer duration

Tap one of the preset buttons (1m, 3m, 5m)

3

Tap "Start Full Presentation"

This starts the timer and displays your teleprompter

4

Use the arrow buttons to navigate

Tap ← and → buttons at the bottom to move through your script

5

Tap "Stop" when finished

The red Stop button is at the bottom left of your screen

Touch Controls

On smartphones, navigation buttons appear at the bottom for easy thumb access:

← Button - Previous line
→ Button - Next line
Stop - End presentation (bottom left)

Mobile Tips

No keyboard shortcuts on mobile - use touch buttons
Hold phone in portrait mode for best experience
Increase font size if text is hard to read
Your script saves automatically

Main interface on smartphone

FocusCue on smartphone - presentation mode

Presentation mode with navigation buttons

Timer Controls

Duration Presets

Quick-select buttons for common presentation lengths:

1m One minute countdown
3m Three minute countdown
5m Five minute countdown (free limit)

Pro users get unlimited duration

Color Thresholds

The timer changes color to help you pace your presentation:

Green - Plenty of time remaining
Amber - Warning threshold reached
Red - Panic threshold - wrap up!

Custom Settings

Click "Custom Settings" to access advanced timer options:

Set exact duration in minutes and seconds
Adjust warning threshold (when timer turns amber)
Adjust panic threshold (when timer turns red)

Teleprompter

Step Mode

Navigate your script one line at a time:

Current line is highlighted
Use arrow buttons or keyboard to advance
Perfect for scripted presentations
Automatically centers current line

Auto-Scroll Mode

Continuous scrolling for smoother reading:

Adjustable scroll speed
Manual position adjustment with arrows
Great for longer presentations
Natural reading flow

Script Management

Your script is automatically saved in your browser
Adjust font size with the slider for comfortable reading
Use "Reset" to return to the beginning
Use "New" to clear and start fresh

Visual Elements

Focus Dot

A small red dot to help you maintain eye contact with your camera:

Position: Adjust X and Y position to place near your camera lens
Size: Adjust the dot size for visibility
Opacity: Make it subtle or more visible
Color: Default red, but customizable

Tip: Position the dot near your webcam so you naturally look at the camera while reading

OBS Integration

Adding FocusCue as Browser Source

1 In OBS, click the + under Sources and select Browser
2 Enter the overlay URL (shown in the "For Streaming (OBS)" section of the app)
3 Set dimensions to match your canvas (e.g., 1920x1080)
4 Enable "Shutdown source when not visible" and "Refresh browser when scene becomes active"

Overlay URL Parameters

The overlay URL includes customizable parameters:

https://focus-cue.com/app/overlay?duration=300&warn=60&panic=20&dot=14&opacity=0.7

duration - Timer duration in seconds
warn - Warning threshold in seconds
panic - Panic threshold in seconds
dot - Focus dot size in pixels
opacity - Overlay opacity (0-1)

Keyboard Shortcuts

These shortcuts work when the app window is focused (tablet and desktop):

Timer Controls

Start / Stop timer Space
Reset timer R
Toggle overlay F8

Teleprompter Navigation

Next line ↓ or N
Previous line ↑ or P

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the timer limited to 5 minutes?

The free version has a 5-minute limit. Upgrade to Pro for just $12/£12 (one-time payment) to unlock unlimited timer duration.

How do I activate Pro after purchase?

After purchasing, you'll receive a license key via email. To activate:

Check your email for your license key (format: FOCUS-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX)
In the app, click the "Free" badge in the top-right corner
Select "I have a license key"
Enter your license key and click Activate

Your Pro status is saved in your browser. If you use a different browser or device, simply enter your license key again.

I lost my license key. How do I recover it?

No problem! You can recover your license key:

Click the "Free" badge in the app
Select "I have a license key"
Click "Lost your key?"
Enter the email address you used when purchasing
We'll resend your license key to that email

Is my script saved?

Yes! Your script is automatically saved in your browser's local storage. It will be there when you return, even after closing the browser. Note: Clearing browser data will remove saved scripts.

Can I use FocusCue on my phone?

Yes! FocusCue is fully responsive and works on smartphones and tablets. The interface automatically adapts for touch screens with larger buttons at the bottom for easy thumb access.

Does it work offline?

The app needs to be loaded initially from the internet, but once loaded, the timer and teleprompter work without an active connection. Your settings are stored locally in your browser.

How do I get support?

For support, please email us at bryan@ai-regenesis.com. We typically respond within 24-48 hours.

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