Deep work is easiest to improve when it is visible. Quarter helps separate real focus from meetings, admin, breaks, and drift without forcing you to run a stopwatch all day.
Why 15-minute blocks work
They catch drift
A check-in gives you a chance to notice when a focused block has turned into something else.
They preserve context
You log while the memory is fresh, not hours later when the day is blurry.
They support planning
Plan-vs-actual review shows whether deep work was protected or repeatedly interrupted.
FAQ
What is a deep work tracker?
A deep work tracker helps you record when focused, high-attention work actually happened so you can review patterns later.
How does Quarter track deep work?
Quarter asks what you are doing at regular intervals. If the block was deep work, you log it as deep work and compare it with your plan later.
Is Quarter an employee monitoring tool?
No. Quarter is a personal time-awareness app, not employee surveillance, payroll, or compliance software.