Google Calendar Replaces Appointment Slots with Schedules for Workspace Users

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Oh boy, Google Calendar’s shaking things up again. They’re ditching the old “appointment slots” for something snazzier – the “appointment schedules” tool. Mark your calendars for July 18th, 2024, ’cause that’s when the big switch happens.

Google’s pretty pumped about this. They say this new tool is slicker and easier for us to manage our meetings. Plus, it’s packed with cool upgrades. Think of it like going from a flip phone to the latest smartphone.

First up, we’ve got these fancy Professional Booking Pages. Now, setting up a page where folks can book time with you is a breeze. Then, there’s Availability Customization. It lets you get super specific about when you’re free for a chat or a meet-up.

Don’t wanna back-to-back your meetings? No problem. The Scheduling Buffers feature automatically slots in those much-needed coffee breaks. And if you’re worried about overbooking, there’s a cap on the number of appointments per day. Phew!

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If you’re knee-deep in Google Workspace and have been using appointment slots, it’s time to sit up and pay attention. Start getting cozy with appointment schedules now. You don’t wanna be caught off guard when the switch happens.

Google’s nudging all Workspace users to dive into these new features. And hey, it’s only for Workspace folks for now, so personal account holders, you can chill.

Oh, and if you’re on the Google Workspace Business Starter tier, guess what? You’ve just scored access to appointment scheduling. High five! Plus, if you’re on one of the fancier tiers, you’re getting even more goodies, like creating multiple schedules. We’re talking Google Workspace Individual, Business Standard and Plus, all the way to Google One Premium.

But don’t freak out just yet. Your old appointment slots won’t vanish into thin air until July 18th, 2024. So, there’s no rush. After that, though, it’s all about appointment schedules. Give it about two weeks for the full rollout.

So, there you have it. A big change, but it sounds like we’re trading up. Time to get clicking and see what this new tool’s all about.