Overview
Learn how to create an event type in Calendly. This article covers the general steps, and you can explore more event types with different scheduling options.
Create an event type
- Go to the Scheduling page.
- Select the + Create button and choose an event type.
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After selecting an event type, you’ll see the event editor on the right. From here, customize your event details:
- Event name: The name of your event.
- Event color: The color of your event.
- Duration: How long the event will be.
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Location: How and where both parties will meet at the scheduled time.
- Video conferencing: If you want to use video conferencing as your event location, but haven't connected your tool yet, follow the steps in this article.
- Availability: When this event type will be available to schedule.
- Host(s): Who will be hosting the event
- Select More options to open additional settings. Your booking page preview will update so you can see how it appears to invitees.
- After customizing your settings, select Save changes.
What's next?
Now that you've created an event type, here are some ways to start scheduling and managing your meetings:
- Share your scheduling link: Make it easy for invitees to book by sharing your meeting link or embedding it on your site.
- Manage your meetings: Learn how to view, reschedule, or cancel your scheduled meetings.
- Browser extensions: Simplify scheduling with quick access to Calendly through Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.