Smart Calendar & Bookings

How do I create an appointment?

There are several ways to add appointments:

Can I reschedule appointments?

Yes! Simply drag any existing appointment to a new time slot. The appointment will automatically move to the new time while keeping all the details intact.

How do I link appointments to clients?

When creating or editing an appointment:

1. Use the client dropdown menu
2. Search for the client by name
3. Select them from the list
4. The appointment appears in their history automatically

This creates a complete appointment timeline for each client.

What calendar views are available?

Choose the view that works best for you:

• 1 Day: Focus on today's schedule
• 3 Days: See a few days at once
• 5 Days: Weekly planning view

Swipe left or right to navigate between dates, or tap "Today" to return to the current date.

How do I set my working hours?

Go to Settings > Calendar to configure:

• Start of week: Sunday or Monday
• Working hours: When you're available for appointments
• Days to show: 1, 3, or 5-day view
• Time slots: How appointments are divided

Time outside your working hours will be visually blocked.

How do I edit appointment details?

Tap any existing appointment to:

• Change the title or description
• Modify start time and duration
• Switch the linked client
• Add or update notes
• Delete the appointment if needed

Can I see upcoming appointments on my dashboard?

Absolutely! Your dashboard shows:

• Today's Events: Remaining appointments for today
• Calendar Widget: Monthly overview with busy/free indicators
• Event Status: Color-coded by timing (current, upcoming)

This gives you schedule awareness at a glance.

Does the calendar work in different languages?

Yes! ellume supports:

• English: US date and time formatting
• German: European date formatting and localization

The calendar adapts to your language settings automatically.

What if I have a complex schedule?

ellume handles busy schedules efficiently:

• Automatic time slots: 15-minute intervals for precise scheduling
• Overlap detection: Highlight overlaps between appointments
• Visual organization: Color coding and clear time blocks
• Quick navigation: Jump to any date instantly

Can I see a client's appointment history?

Yes! Open any client profile to see:

• All past appointments
• Upcoming bookings
• Total visit count
• Appointment patterns over time

This helps you track your relationship and plan future services.

Does my calendar sync across devices?

All calendar data syncs automatically:

• Appointments and client links
• Working hours and preferences
• Calendar settings and views
• Works offline with sync when online

Changes on one device appear instantly on all your other devices.