Cooking Mode
Cooking Mode
Cooking Mode provides a distraction-free, step-by-step cooking experience. Large text, built-in timers, and your screen stays on while you cook.
Getting Started
1
Open a recipe
Navigate to any recipe with instructions.
2
Tap "Start Cooking"
This enters Cooking Mode with the mise en place prep step.
3
Follow along
Swipe or tap to navigate between steps. Use timers when needed.
Mise en Place
Cooking Mode starts with a "Mise en Place" prep step showing all ingredients with checkboxes. Check off each ingredient as you gather and prepare it before cooking.
Built-in Timers
Times mentioned in instructions are automatically detected and highlighted. Each time reference has its own timer control:
- Start: Tap to begin the countdown
- Pause/Resume: Control the timer as needed
- Alerts: Audio and vibration when complete
- Multiple timers: Run several timers at once across different steps
Navigation
- Swipe: Swipe left/right to move between steps
- Buttons: Use Previous/Next buttons at the bottom
- Progress dots: Tap any dot to jump to that step
- Keyboard: Use arrow keys on desktop
Screen Wake Lock
Your screen automatically stays on while in Cooking Mode, so you don't have to keep unlocking your device with messy hands.