Sound and device help
On this page
First check whether the current beat is meant to sound, then check volume and the output device.
No sound
- Check Start and the current rhythm. A muted beat, an omitted main beat or a Gap silent bar may be intentionally silent.
- Check the page volume, device media volume and headphones or Bluetooth output.
- Return to the page and tap Start or Resume when shown. A browser may need that tap before sound can begin.
- If no beat sounds, stop and reload while online. Check the output device again before starting a new run.
Reading music in another tab or app
Browser Metronome is optimised for mobile and desktop. A supported browser/device combination may continue the tick in another tab. An app switch, screen lock or another audio app can still interrupt it. Return to the metronome and check the displayed state before resuming.
Try the intended tab or app switch before rehearsal. Keep the metronome visible if the device does not sustain playback in that condition.
Home Screen and offline preparation
Installation is optional. On iPhone or iPad, use Safari’s Share menu and Add to Home Screen where available. On Android or desktop, use the browser’s install option when offered. Browser controls and availability differ.
Before relying on offline use, visit the metronome online and wait for its files to finish caching, then test an offline reopen. A first visit to Help alone does not install the metronome’s offline cache.