What’s new in this version?

This update introduces several new features designed to make taking breaks more flexible and customizable. Breaks can now appear in a separate window instead of just fullscreen, and the break interface has been redesigned for smoother performance.

Settings for fullscreen and windowed breaks are now organized on their own pages, and there’s also an option to add custom text to your break window. Improvements have been made to UI translations, and you’ll now see a summary of changes whenever the app is updated.

A number of bug fixes are also included in this release. Button text now has better visibility throughout the app, and the mini window setting is saved more reliably. Other fixes address issues with custom text alignment on fullscreen breaks and the break preview window interfering with scheduled breaks. See below for the full list of changes and improvements.

Features and enhancements

• Breaks can now open in a window: Instead of only taking over the entire screen with a fullscreen overlay, breaks can now appear in a separate window. This gives you more flexibility in how you take your breaks and keeps your workflow less disrupted.
• Redesigned break experience: The entire break screens and window system have been rewritten for a smoother, more reliable experience.
• Separate settings pages: Break settings for fullscreen and windowed modes have been split into their own pages, making customization easier.
• Custom break window text: You can personalize the break window with your own custom text.
• Improved UI translations: The app interface text has been updated for better language support.
• Update information panel: Whenever the app is updated, you’ll see a summary of what’s new and improved.

Fixes

• Clearer button text: Button text colors have been improved for better visibility across the app.
• Mini window setting: The mini window display preference now saves correctly, even when closed from the menu.
• Centered break text: Custom text on fullscreen break screens is now properly centered.
• Break preview issue: Fixed a bug where an open preview break window would prevent real breaks from starting.

Download Breakly ⏬

Breakly can be downloaded from the Microsoft Store.