In this article, we will explore the distinctions between Cuddly Bear Mode and Grizzly Bear Mode. We'll also see how the AI feature can make your focus modes better.
To access Focus Bear Mode settings, click 'Preferences' in the app menu, go to the 'Settings' tab, and find 'Focus Bear Mode' in the 'Strictness' section.
To access Focus Bear Mode, click 'Preferences' in the app menu, then go to the 'General' section in the 'Settings' tab.
This mode lets you decide when websites are blocked during your focus time. If a site is blocked, Focus Bear will ask if you need it, giving info on its relevance to your task.
When you open an app, Focus Bear also wants to make sure if you really need the app. Clicking 'Yes' will allow you to use the app, and clicking 'No - I was getting distracted’ will block the app and prevent you from using it until the focus block is over.
Clever AI Tip:
Use Focus Bear's AI to help decide if a website aligns with your task.
To use this feature, go to settings and navigate to the 'AI' section.
Check the ''Use AI to decide if websites should be allowed" to enable the feature.
You can also enable notifications to understand why the AI allowed the URL by checking the next checkbox.
This mode takes a firm stand, blocking all unwanted websites without any exceptions until your focus time is up.
After each focus block, Focus Bear provides you with an option to decide whether you want to permanently allow the apps and sites that were allowed during that focus block.