The visual timer displays a countdown directly on the webpage itself, so you can see exactly when the next refresh will occur. This is a helpful feature of the Auto Refresh extension that provides real-time feedback on the refresh status.
This option is typically a checkbox in the extension's settings under the "Advance Options" section, labeled "Show visual timer on the webpage." Once enabled, a small timer will appear on the page that has an active refresh timer, displaying the countdown.
You can drag and drop the timer to any position on the webpage. This flexibility allows you to place the timer exactly where it’s most convenient without blocking important page content. Furthermore, the "Remember the auto-refresh timer position" sub-option ensures the timer stays in your preferred spot. The timer window itself (as shown below) typically includes controls like a pause/play button.
Time left to refresh