Creating a Custom Event or Booking Slot in Resova
Adding custom events or private bookings to your Resova calendar is an essential feature that enables you to create tailored time slots for specific purposes. Here’s a detailed guide on how to create a custom event or booking slot and customize its settings.
Accessing the “Create” Menu
- 1.Navigate to the Calendar from the left-hand menu in Resova.
- 2.Click the blue “+” icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
- The Create menu will appear, providing options to:
- Create booking for private bookings.
- Sell Gift Voucher via the POS.
- Create Event for custom events or time slots.
- Create Closed Period to block availability for specific time frames.
Creating a New Custom Event
- Select “Create Event” from the menu.
- Fill out the required event details:
- Owner: Assign the event to a specific user.
- Item: Select the activity or service this event applies to.
- Date & Time: Choose the event’s date and start time.
- Duration: Specify the length of the event in minutes.
- Enable Multiple Group Bookings (Optional)
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Toggle the switch to allow multiple groups to book the same time slot.
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This is useful for shared activities where different groups can participate simultaneously.
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Customizing Event Settings
Capacity and Pricing:
- Adjust Total Quantity to set the maximum capacity.
- Define minimum and maximum quantities for each participant type (e.g., Adults, Children).
- Set the price per participant.
Appearance Settings:
- Add a custom Slot Label if desired.
- Customize the Background Color and Text Color to visually differentiate this slot on your calendar.
- Enable Hide this time slot on the booking site if you want this event to remain internal-only.
Adding Additional Options
- Enable Call to Book: Restrict the time slot for bookings via phone only.
- Enable Password Protection: Restrict access to the event with a password for added security.
Finalizing the Event
- After configuring all settings, click Save & Update to finalize and add the event to your calendar.
Tips for Custom Events
- Capacity Overrides: Use this feature if the custom event requires different limits compared to the default item capacity.
- Color Coding: Use unique colors for different types of events to improve visual clarity on your calendar.
- Private Events: Hide the time slot on the booking site for exclusive use, such as internal meetings or VIP bookings.
This guide ensures you can effortlessly create, customize, and manage custom events within Resova, giving you the flexibility to adapt your schedule to any unique business needs.