# This for That: Visual Timer

> Visual timer app for children with autism to aid time management and transitions. (iPhone/iPad app by Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-for-that-visual-timer/id954539688 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/585678826)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.40/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-01-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-for-that-visual-timer/id954539688/reviews.md

## What is This for That?

Support your child’s sense of time during activities with This for That: Visual Timer, developed by PixelAtion Labs! Visual timers are great assistive tools for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Visual timers are useful for working on a variety of skills, including waiting, transitioning between activities, staying focused on a task, managing time during daily routines, refraining from engagement in a behavior, and tolerating an unpreferred activity for a length of time.

This for That: Visual Timer incorporates visual aids to either ease transitions between activities or motivate the child to stay focused on an activity for a length of time. Before starting the timer, you include a picture of either the next activity or the reward the child is working toward. As the timer counts down, more of the image is revealed! 

This for That features are centered on simplicity and ease of use. With This for That: Visual Timer, you can:
- Save timers to reuse often
- Set timers for up to 11 hours
- Select pictures from the image library or upload images from your iPhone or iPad
- Start, stop, and pause timers
- Watch time count down until the next activity or the reward is earned
- Hear when time is up

This for That: Visual Timer is a useful tool for parents, teachers, and behavioral professionals. Download This for That: Visual Timer today and check out our other assistive apps designed for children with autism. 

About PixelAtion Labs
Established by the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), PixelAtion Labs is a mobile and web development team dedicated to creating products to maximize the learning potential of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). For more information, visit http://pixelationlabs.com/.

## Key features

- Visual timers for time management
- Supports children with autism
- Customizable with personal images
- Save and reuse timers
- Timers up to 11 hours
- Audio alerts for time completion

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/this-for-that-visual-timer/id954539688/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Glitchy

*2017-01-06, version 1.1.0*

Wish this app worked fully.  It's exactly what I was looking for.  However, I had to press and hold a few seconds to get the keyboard to come up (I could have dealt with that) but then the custom image would not appear.  I also couldn't get the timer to work after I had edited it. 😞

### 2/5 — Custom image not working

*2016-06-12, version 1.1.0*

Timer only works with own images

### 3/5 — No custom image

*2016-04-19, version 1.1.0*

Same issue as other users.  Custom images don’t save.

### 3/5 — Visual Timer

*2015-08-19, version 1.1.0*

It is a good concept, but the custom feature doesn't work. It would be nice if it can be fixed.

### 3/5 — Visual Timer

*2015-04-25, version 1.1.0*

Interesting concept but my custom images won't appear during the countdown. It's not much use if I can only use the few gray stock images that come with the app.

## Frequently asked questions about This for That

### What is This for That: Visual Timer used for?

This for That: Visual Timer is used to support a child's sense of time during activities. It helps with skills like waiting, transitioning between tasks, staying focused, and managing daily routines, particularly beneficial for children with autism.

### How does This for That: Visual Timer work?

The app uses visual aids by revealing more of a picture as the timer counts down. You can set a picture of the next activity or a reward the child is working towards to help motivate them or ease transitions.

### Can I use my own pictures with This for That: Visual Timer?

Yes, you can select pictures from the app's image library or upload your own images from your iPhone or iPad to personalize the visual timers.

### What is the maximum timer duration in This for That: Visual Timer?

This for That: Visual Timer allows you to set timers for up to 11 hours, providing flexibility for various activities and routines.

### What is the user rating for This for That: Visual Timer?

This for That: Visual Timer has a rating of 2.4 stars from 5 ratings, indicating a mixed user reception.

### Is This for That: Visual Timer available on multiple platforms?

The app description specifically mentions uploading images from an iPhone or iPad, suggesting it is available on iOS devices.

### How often is This for That: Visual Timer updated?

This for That: Visual Timer was last updated on February 5, 2015, to version 1.1.0. This indicates infrequent updates since its release in January 2015.

### Does This for That: Visual Timer have ads?

The provided data does not specify if the app contains advertisements. However, it is listed as free with no in-app purchases.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.1.0 — 2015-02-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Fix to allow the use of custom images
- Other fixes and improvements

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- [CARD Connected](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/card-connected/id1333180308)
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All apps by Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/585678826

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