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 ## Features
 
-### Timer & Breaks
+### ⏱️ Timer & Breaks
 
 | | Feature | Description |
 |:--|:--------|:------------|
@@ -116,7 +116,7 @@ Tools for human wellbeing should never be enclosed, never be scarce, and never s
 
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-### Pomodoro Mode
+### 🍅 Pomodoro Mode
 
 A full Pomodoro timer built in. Alternates short breaks with a longer recovery break after a configurable number of focus sessions.
 
@@ -128,7 +128,7 @@ A full Pomodoro timer built in. Alternates short breaks with a longer recovery b
 
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-### Microbreaks (20-20-20 Rule)
+### 👁️ Microbreaks (20-20-20 Rule)
 
 Quick eye rest reminders between full breaks. The 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
 
@@ -141,7 +141,7 @@ Quick eye rest reminders between full breaks. The 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minute
 
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-### Breathing Guide
+### 🌬️ Breathing Guide
 
 A visual breathing exercise during breaks. The breathing text pulses with the rhythm - scaling up on inhale, holding on hold, scaling down on exhale - with a color gradient that interpolates between your accent and break colors.
 
@@ -155,7 +155,7 @@ A visual breathing exercise during breaks. The breathing text pulses with the rh
 
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-### Idle Detection & Smart Breaks
+### 💤 Idle Detection & Smart Breaks
 
 | | Feature | Description |
 |:--|:--------|:------------|
@@ -166,7 +166,7 @@ A visual breathing exercise during breaks. The breathing text pulses with the rh
 
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-### Presentation Mode
+### 🎬 Presentation Mode
 
 Detects fullscreen applications (presentations, video calls, games) and defers breaks until you exit.
 
@@ -177,7 +177,7 @@ Detects fullscreen applications (presentations, video calls, games) and defers b
 
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-### Break Activities
+### 🤸 Break Activities
 
 Each break shows a randomized suggestion from a curated library of **71 activities** across four categories:
 
@@ -198,7 +198,7 @@ Activities cycle every 30 seconds and never repeat consecutively.
 
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-### Goals & Streaks
+### 🏆 Goals & Streaks
 
 | | Feature | Description |
 |:--|:--------|:------------|
@@ -209,7 +209,7 @@ Activities cycle every 30 seconds and never repeat consecutively.
 
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-### Screen Dimming
+### 🌑 Screen Dimming
 
 A gentle pre-break nudge that gradually dims your screen before the break starts.
 
@@ -219,7 +219,7 @@ A gentle pre-break nudge that gradually dims your screen before the break starts
 
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-### Working Hours Schedule
+### 📅 Working Hours Schedule
 
 A per-day schedule with multiple time ranges per day. The timer only runs during your configured hours - outside those hours, it pauses automatically.
 
@@ -229,7 +229,7 @@ A per-day schedule with multiple time ranges per day. The timer only runs during
 
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-### Statistics & History
+### 📊 Statistics & History
 
 | | Metric | Description |
 |:--|:-------|:------------|
@@ -243,7 +243,7 @@ All statistics stored locally in a plain JSON file next to the executable.
 
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-### Sound Effects
+### 🔊 Sound Effects
 
 Synthesized notification sounds via Web Audio API - no bundled audio files, no network requests.
 
@@ -253,7 +253,7 @@ Sounds play on break start, pre-break warning, and break completion. Volume conf
 
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-### Global Keyboard Shortcuts
+### ⌨️ Global Keyboard Shortcuts
 
 | Shortcut | Action |
 |:---------|:-------|
@@ -265,7 +265,7 @@ Works system-wide, even when Core Cooldown is not focused.
 
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-### System Tray
+### 🔵 System Tray
 
 - **Dynamic icon** - 32x32 progress arc rendered in real-time (orange = focus, purple = break, dimmed = paused)
 - **Countdown tooltip** - hover over tray icon to see time remaining
@@ -273,7 +273,7 @@ Works system-wide, even when Core Cooldown is not focused.
 
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-### Mini Mode
+### 📌 Mini Mode
 
 A compact floating timer (200x50px) that sits on top of your other windows.
 
@@ -284,7 +284,7 @@ A compact floating timer (200x50px) that sits on top of your other windows.
 
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-### Appearance & Customization
+### 🎨 Appearance & Customization
 
 | Setting | Range |
 |:--------|:------|
@@ -297,7 +297,7 @@ A compact floating timer (200x50px) that sits on top of your other windows.
 
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-### Notifications
+### 🔔 Notifications
 
 Native Windows toast notifications for:
 - Pre-break warnings (configurable seconds before break)
@@ -308,7 +308,7 @@ Native Windows toast notifications for:
 
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-### Window Behavior
+### 🪟 Window Behavior
 
 - **Frameless window** with custom titlebar and drag region
 - **Transparent background** with frosted glass effects (backdrop-blur)
@@ -318,7 +318,7 @@ Native Windows toast notifications for:
 
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-### Accessibility
+### ♿ Accessibility
 
 Core Cooldown targets **WCAG 2.1 Level AA** compliance. A break timer for preventing repetitive strain injury should be usable by everyone - including those who already live with disabilities.