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How to Add a New Event in Planner

Adding events to your Planner in FaithLife OS is a great way to keep track of important activities and manage your time effectively. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to add a new event to your Planner.

Accessing the Planner Section

  • Open the Dashboard: Start by navigating to your FaithLife OS dashboard.
  • Locate the Planner Section: Click on the Planner section to access it.

Adding a New Event


Click on the “New Event” Button: On the left side of the Planner section, you’ll see the New Event button. Click on this to begin creating a new event.

Fill Out the Event Properties
Once you click the New Event button, you’ll need to fill out several properties for the event:

  • Title: Enter the name of your event.
  • Category: Select a category for the event.
  • Date: Specify the date of the event.
  • Location: Enter the location where the event will take place.
  • Urgency: This field will automatically fill based on the date:
    • Due Now: If today is the date of the event.
    • Due Soon: If the event is within the next 4 days.
    • Upcoming: If the event is scheduled for more than 5 days away.
    • Overdue: If the event date has passed and the event is not marked as completed.
  • Total Days: This will auto-calculate the number of days from the start to the end of the event based on the dates you provide.
  • Featured Event: Check this box if you want to highlight this event as a featured item.
  • Completed: Check this box if the event is done.
  • Archive: Use this option if you wish to remove the event from the calendar but keep the data for future reference.

Adding a Description
If you wish to provide more details about the event, you can add a description in the designated section. This is useful for including additional information, such as agenda items, participant roles, or any other relevant notes.

Screenshots:

Example Event
Event is Featured
Other Display Views of the Events

By following these steps, you can effectively add a new event to your Planner in FaithLife OS, helping you stay organized and manage your time more efficiently. Make sure to revisit your Planner regularly to keep track of upcoming events and activities!