Google Calendar: Simplify Your Scheduling

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Overview

Google Calendar helps you manage your time by scheduling meetings, setting reminders, and sharing your calendar with others.

Getting Started with Google Calendar

  1. Open Google Calendar.
  2. Log in with your credentials and navigate through views (day, week, month).

Key Features

  • Smart Scheduling: Suggests times for events based on participants’ availability.
  • Event Reminders: Set email or pop-up notifications for upcoming events.
  • Custom Calendars: Create multiple calendars for personal, team, and project tracking.

FAQs

  1. How do I create a calendar just for my team?

    • Go to Settings > Add Calendar > Create New Calendar.
    • Share the calendar with team members and set their permissions.

  2. What do the different calendar sharing permissions mean?

    • See only free/busy: Shows when you’re available without details.
    • See all event details: Allows others to view event titles and descriptions.
    • Make changes: Grants full access to edit the calendar.

  3. Can I set working hours in Google Calendar?

    • Yes, go to Settings > Working Hours & Location to define your availability. This helps colleagues schedule meetings during your working hours.

  4. How do I add a Zoom or Google Meet link to an event?

    • While creating an event, click Add Video Conferencing and choose the platform.
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