Using the Calendar
Calendar views and navigation
At a Glance
- Access your calendar from Schedule or Calendar in the main navigation
- Switch between Day, Week, and Month views to plan at different scales
- Filter by status, team member, or customer to focus on specific jobs
Using the Calendar
View and manage your schedule with the WorkSnap Pro calendar.
Accessing the Calendar
Open your calendar:
- Click Schedule or Calendar in the main navigation
- Your scheduled jobs appear on the calendar
Calendar Views
WorkSnap Pro offers multiple calendar views:
Day View
See a single day's schedule:
- Detailed hour-by-hour timeline
- Each job shows as a time block
- Best for planning a specific day
- See gaps in your schedule
Week View
See an entire week at a glance:
- Monday through Sunday (or Sunday through Saturday)
- Jobs appear as blocks on each day
- Great for weekly planning
- Identify busy vs. light days
Month View
See the full month:
- Overview of all scheduled jobs
- Jobs shown as indicators on each day
- Best for long-term planning
- Spot scheduling patterns
Switching Views
To change your calendar view:
- Look for view toggle buttons (Day/Week/Month)
- Click your preferred view
- Calendar updates immediately
Navigating the Calendar
Moving Forward/Back
- Use arrow buttons to move to next/previous period
- Click Today to jump to current date
- Click a specific date to navigate there
Date Picker
- Click the displayed date/month
- Select a date from the popup calendar
- View jumps to that date
Reading the Calendar
Job Blocks
Each scheduled job appears as a block showing:
| Element | Information |
|---|---|
| Job name | Title of the job |
| Time | Start and end times |
| Color | May indicate status or type |
| Customer | Customer name (if space permits) |
Time Slots
- Calendar shows time slots (typically hourly)
- Jobs span their scheduled duration
- Overlapping jobs may stack or show warning
Interacting with Jobs
Viewing Job Details
- Click on a job block
- View quick summary popup
- Click again or View Details to open full job
Quick Actions from Calendar
Depending on your view, you may be able to:
- Click a job to see details
- Drag to reschedule (if supported)
- See job status at a glance
- Access job address for navigation
Calendar Filters
Narrow down what you see:
Filter by Status
Show only certain job statuses:
- Active jobs
- All statuses
- Exclude completed/cancelled
Filter by Team Member
If you have a team:
- View all team schedules
- View specific team member's schedule
- See who's available
Filter by Customer
Show jobs for specific customers only.
Color Coding
Jobs may be color-coded by:
| Color Basis | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Status | Active (green), On Hold (yellow), etc. |
| Job type | Different colors for different work types |
| Team member | Each person has a color |
Check your settings for color coding options.
Identifying Schedule Gaps
Use the calendar to find open time:
In Day View
- Look for empty time slots
- Note hours without scheduled jobs
- Consider travel time between jobs
In Week View
- Scan each day for availability
- Find lighter days for new scheduling
- Balance workload across the week
Calendar and Time Zones
The calendar displays times in your organization's timezone:
- Set your timezone in Settings > Organization
- All team members see times in the same timezone
- Google Calendar sync respects timezone settings
Mobile Calendar Access
On mobile devices:
- Swipe to navigate dates
- Tap jobs to view details
- Pinch to zoom (if supported)
- Portrait shows day view by default
- Rotate for wider week view
Calendar Sync Status
If you've connected Google Calendar:
- Look for sync indicators
- Jobs show sync status
- Sync icon may appear on synced jobs
Refreshing the Calendar
If you don't see recent changes:
- Pull down to refresh (mobile)
- Click refresh button (desktop)
- Navigate away and back
- Check internet connection
Printing Your Schedule
To print your calendar:
- Navigate to desired view and date range
- Use browser's print function (Ctrl/Cmd + P)
- Adjust print settings as needed
- Print or save as PDF
Using Calendar for Planning
Daily Planning
- Check Day View each morning
- Review scheduled jobs
- Note travel routes
- Prepare materials needed
Weekly Planning
- Review Week View
- Identify heavy/light days
- Schedule new jobs in gaps
- Plan for travel between locations
Monthly Planning
- Check Month View
- Spot busy periods
- Plan time off around commitments
- Look for scheduling trends
Calendar Best Practices
- Check daily - Review your schedule each morning
- Keep updated - Reschedule jobs promptly when plans change
- Leave gaps - Don't schedule back-to-back without buffer
- Use all views - Day for detail, Week for balance, Month for overview
- Sync calendars - Connect Google Calendar for unified view
- Filter smart - Use filters to focus on what matters
What's Not on the Calendar
The calendar shows scheduled jobs only. You won't see:
- Unscheduled jobs (no appointment time set)
- Completed jobs (unless you filter to include them)
- Personal appointments (unless using Google Calendar sync)
- Recurring invoice schedules
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What Happens Next
- 1Click any job block to view details or reschedule
- 2Use gaps in your schedule to book new jobs
- 3Connect Google Calendar in Settings for a unified view of all appointments
Common Questions
- Why don't I see a job on the calendar?
- Only scheduled jobs (with an appointment time set) appear on the calendar. Unscheduled jobs won't show until you assign a date and time.
- Can I drag and drop to reschedule?
- Drag-to-reschedule is available in some views. If not supported, click the job and use Edit to change the scheduled time.
- How do I sync with Google Calendar?
- Go to Settings > Integrations > Google Calendar and connect your account. Scheduled jobs will sync automatically.
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