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Support — Tala

Practice timer · by Ella Flow

For any question, problem or suggestion write to tala@ellaflow.ch. We usually reply within a few working days. This is a small independent project, not a staffed help desk: one person answers.

Getting started

Tala works on a single model: repetitions × duration. The three ways of practising all come from it.

Frequently asked questions

How do I create a practice?

From the home screen tap "New practice", set duration and repetitions, choose the sounds, and start. To find it again, save it as a preset at the end.

Can I change the sounds?

Yes. On the Sounds screen you can pick a different sound for the start, for every repetition and for the end. Tapping a sound in the list plays it immediately.

Does the timer work with the screen locked?

Yes. Timing is recomputed from the real clock, so it never drifts, and the bells arrive as notifications. For this to work you need to allow notifications the first time.

The bells do not arrive when I lock the phone

Check that Tala's notifications are enabled in your phone settings. On Android, also check that battery saving is not restricting the app.

I cannot hear any sound

Tala is audible even with the silent switch on. If you hear nothing, check the three volumes inside the app: bells, rhythm cue and background are independent of each other.

Does the app collect my data?

No. No data leaves your phone: there are no accounts, servers, analytics or advertising. The details are in the privacy policy.

How do I report a problem?

Scrivi a tala@ellaflow.ch telling us: which phone and OS version you use, the Tala version, what you were doing and what happened. A screen recording helps enormously if you can attach one.

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