Creating an Event in Google Calendar

Question

How do I make a new appointment/event/meeting in Google Calendar?

Environment

• Google Calendar

Information

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Answer

You can create a Google Calendar event (appointment) in two different ways:

• Click an empty time in your calendar
• Click the Create button

Click an empty time in your calendar

1. On your computer, go to Google Calendar.
2. Click any time on the calendar that does not already have an event scheduled.
3. Enter your event name.
4. If you have multiple calendars, choose the calendar where you want to add the event from the Calendar dropdown menu.
5. To add guests or other details, click More options.
6. Click Save.

Tip: To create a longer event, drag your mouse down the page while you are selecting the time.

Click the Create button

1. On your computer, go to Google Calendar.
2. In the top left corner, click Create.
3. Add a title to the event and any event details.
4. If you have multiple calendars, choose the calendar where you want to add the event from the Calendar dropdown menu.
5. At the top of the page, click Save.