# Event types

Event Types are at the core of DitCal’s scheduling functionality. They allow you to define the details of your appointments, such as duration, availability, and purpose, and generate unique links for seamless scheduling. With Event Types, you have full control over how and when your meetings are booked.

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### **1. What is an Event Type?**

An Event Type represents a specific kind of meeting or appointment you offer. Examples include:

* **15-Minute Intro Call**
* **1-Hour Consultation**
* **Team Sync Meeting**

Each Event Type can be tailored to suit different purposes, ensuring you offer a professional and organized booking experience.

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### **2. Key Features of Event Types**

#### **Customizable Details**

* **Title and Description:** Provide clear information about the meeting's purpose.
* **Duration:** Define how long the meeting will last (e.g., 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or custom durations).
* **Availability:** Set specific time slots when the event type can be booked.

#### **Buffer Times**

Prevent back-to-back bookings by adding buffer times before and after meetings.

#### **Personalized Links**

Generate unique URLs for each Event Type, making it easy to share with clients, teammates, or prospects (e.g., ditcal.com/yourname/consultation).

#### **Advanced Options**

* **Recurring Availability:** Set weekly time slots for automatic scheduling.
* **Custom Date Overrides:** Adjust availability for holidays, special occasions, or one-off events.

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### **3. How to Create an Event Type**

1. **Navigate to Event Types:**\
   Go to the **Event Types** section in your DitCal dashboard.
2. **Create a New Event Type:**\
   Click **New Event Type** and enter the following:
   * **Title:** The name of the event (e.g., "Weekly Team Check-In").
   * **Description:** A short explanation of the meeting.
   * **Duration:** Select or input the meeting length.
3. **Set Availability:**\
   Define when attendees can book this event:
   * Choose days and times.
   * Add buffer times to avoid overlaps.
4. **Customize Your Link:**\
   Create a unique and memorable URL for easy sharing.
5. **Save and Share:**\
   Save your event type, and copy the link to send via email, social media, or embed on your website.

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### **4. Managing Your Event Types**

#### **Edit or Update**

You can edit Event Types at any time to update durations, descriptions, or availability.

#### **Enable or Disable**

Easily toggle an Event Type on or off, depending on your needs.

#### **Duplicate Event Types**

Quickly create similar Event Types by duplicating and making minor changes.

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### **5. Event Type Use Cases**

* **Business Meetings:** Offer one-on-one consultation slots or team meetings.
* **Client Onboarding:** Provide clear and structured time slots for new clients.
* **Personal Scheduling:** Manage casual appointments like coffee chats or networking calls.

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With Event Types, DitCal gives you the flexibility to organize your schedule, impress your invitees, and maximize productivity. Start creating your Event Types today! 🚀


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