Present simple vs.

present
continuous
comparison
Present simple indicates regular actions
• The sun rises from the east
Present continuous indicates actions happening right now
• I am doing my presentation at the moment.

Present simple refers to permanent situations

• She is teacher and works at school
Present continuous refers to temporary situations
• I am living with my uncle because my flat is being repaired.
• We can use both present simple and continuous in the meaning of future
Present simple- schedules, time tables
• The last bus leaves at 7 o’clock.

Conditionals
• When you return, we will have party.

• Present continuous- personal arrangements

• I am buying a new car tomorrow

Also with the word always never we use both tenses

Present continues is used I case the action causes irritation
• You are always nagging! Stop it!