
Floating Counter for PC
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What's New
| Version | 1.9.1 |
| Size | 26.3 MB |
| What's New | Fix an issue that the Navigation bar overlays the app content |

Do you need to keep track of something while working on your computer (pages read, items counted, tasks completed) without switching windows or losing focus? Floating Counter lets you maintain a tally from anywhere on your screen, keeping your count visible and accessible no matter what else you're doing. With unlimited counters in customizable colors and support for position them freely across your desktop, Floating Counter for Windows PC turns simple counting into a smooth background task.
Floating Counter brings a straightforward counting tool to your screen. Rather than opening a separate application each time you need to track something, the counter floats as a persistent overlay alongside other tasks in other programs. This design is especially useful for PC work sessions where you're juggling multiple windows and want a thing counter tool that doesn't demand attention or screen real estate.
How Floating Counter Stays Out of Your Way
The app's core strength is its minimal footprint. You can place multiple counters anywhere on your screen, and they remain visible if you're browsing, writing, or using other applications. Each counter occupies only a small circular space, so it sits beside your work rather than obscuring it. When you need to add to your count, a quick tap registers the increment. If you want to subtract or reset, simply hold the counter and the options appear, preventing accidental changes while you're focused elsewhere.
Customization for Your Workflow
Every counter in Floating Counter for computer use can be assigned its own color, making it easy to track multiple things at once and tell them apart at a glance. You might use one color for pages, another for items, another for tasks. This color distinction means you don't have to read labels or squint to understand which number is which. The flexibility extends to placement too; move your counters to the edges of your screen, cluster them together, or spread them out depending on what makes sense for your session.
Desktop Session Continuity
Floating Counter preserves your counts even after you close it, so your tally doesn't reset when you end your work session. This matters for tasks that span multiple days or sessions, tracking chapters read in a book, items counted over time, or ongoing projects. When you return to your PC, your numbers are there waiting. The app runs quietly in the background, consuming minimal system resources while staying signed in on your machine, letting you pick up exactly where you left off.
A Transparent Overlay Approach
As a calculator overlay and simple counting utility, Floating Counter works best when it remains unobtrusive. The floating design means it doesn't demand your attention the way a full application window would. You can leave it open indefinitely without it interrupting your workflow. When Floating Counter for PC is running alongside your other work, it acts as a passive counter that's always ready, never in the way.
How to Download and Install Floating Counter for PC or MAC:
Select an Android emulator:  There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.
Compatibility:  Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.
For example,  BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.
Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.
- Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
- Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
- You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download Floating Counter APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install Floating Counter for PC.
You can follow above instructions to install Floating Counter for PC with any of the Android emulators available.
FAQ
Can I use multiple counters at the same time?
Yes. Floating Counter allows unlimited counters on your screen simultaneously, each with its own color and position. This lets you track different things without opening and closing the app repeatedly.
What happens to my counts if I close the app?
Your counts are saved and will reappear when you open Floating Counter again. You won't lose your tally between sessions.
How do I undo a count by accident?
Hold your finger on the floating counter and a menu appears with options to subtract or restart. This design prevents accidental changes when you're tapping quickly.
Does Floating Counter work while other apps are open?
Yes. The counter floats on top of your other windows, so the app stays it visible and active while using your browser, text editor, or any other program.
Can I move the counter around my screen?
The counter can be repositioned by dragging it. Place it wherever works best for your current task, whether that's a corner, edge, or center of your screen.
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