Question 1

How to install Tock on Ubuntu?

Accepted Answer

You can install Tock on Ubuntu using the provided install script, by downloading the binary from GitHub releases, or building from source with Go. The README includes commands like `curl -sS https://raw.githubusercontent.com/kriuchkov/tock/master/install.sh | sh` for a quick setup.

Question 2

Tock vs TimeWarrior – which is better for time tracking?

Accepted Answer

Tock integrates TimeWarrior as a backend and adds a rich TUI, multiple export formats, and shell integration, while TimeWarrior is more minimal and CLI-focused. Choose Tock for interactive features and flexibility; use TimeWarrior if you prefer a simpler, established tool with a pure command-line approach.

Question 3

How to export Tock data to Google Calendar?

Accepted Answer

Export activities as an iCal (.ics) file using commands like `tock ical --path ./export`, then manually import the file into Google Calendar. Note that bulk export requires specifying a path, and automatic system calendar integration is limited to macOS.

Question 4

Can Tock sync data between multiple computers?

Accepted Answer

No, Tock lacks built-in cloud sync. To sync data, you must manually share activity log files or use a synced directory for backends like SQLite or TodoTXT files, which can be error-prone for real-time collaboration.

Question 5

How to customize the Tock calendar theme?

Accepted Answer

Customize themes by setting `theme.name` to 'custom' in the YAML config and defining colors like `primary` and `secondary`, or use environment variables such as `TOCK_THEME_NAME` and `TOCK_COLOR_PRIMARY` for specific overrides, as detailed in the Theming section.

Question 6

Is Tock good for team time tracking?

Accepted Answer

Tock is designed for individual use with local data storage; it lacks multi-user features or real-time collaboration. For team tracking, you'd need to manage shared files manually, which is impractical for larger groups.

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