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Dev tools · April 4, 2020

VS Code extension that fades out the colors until you take a break

VS Code extension that encourages you to take a break. - schneefux/vscode-winddown

VS Code extension that fades out the colors until you take a break launched on April 4, 2020 with 143 votes, #266 of 5,003 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 6 years on.

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In plain words

This Visual Studio Code extension gradually desaturates colors on screen to encourage developers to take regular breaks from coding. As time passes without a break, the display becomes increasingly muted and grayscale until the user steps away. The extension helps reduce eye strain and promotes healthier work habits by making it visually uncomfortable to continue coding without pausing. It's designed for programmers who want built-in reminders to rest during long coding sessions.

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