Question 1

How accurate is this online stopwatch?

Accepted Answer

This stopwatch uses your browser's high-resolution timer API for millisecond precision. While extremely accurate for most purposes, it depends on your device's system clock and may be affected by CPU load or browser throttling when running in background tabs.

Question 2

What is a lap time?

Accepted Answer

A lap time records the elapsed time at the moment you press the 'Lap' button without stopping the timer. This allows you to track split times for different segments while keeping the main timer running. You can record multiple laps to compare performance across intervals.

Question 3

Will the stopwatch continue if I switch tabs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the stopwatch will continue running even if you switch to another tab or minimize the browser. However, some browsers may throttle background tabs to save power, which could affect accuracy over very long periods. For critical timing, keep the tab visible.

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