How to Configure Appointment Categories
This article explains how to create and manage Appointment Categories in the Calendar section of the Control Panel. Appointment Categories help visually organize bookings using color-coded labels.
🧭 Navigation Path
Control Panel → Calendar → Appointment Categories
🧩 What Appointment Categories Are Used For
Appointment Categories:
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Group appointments by type (e.g., Consultation, Follow-up, Procedure, Surgery)
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Apply distinct colors for easy identification
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Improve day-to-day calendar readability for staff
➕ How to Create an Appointment Category
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Click ➕ Add Category (top-right)
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Enter:
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Category Name
(e.g., Consultation, Follow-up, Telehealth) -
Color Code
(choose a distinct color for visibility)
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Click Submit
✅ Result
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The new category appears immediately in the list
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It becomes available on the Appointment Booking screen
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Appointments booked under this category display using the selected color
💡 Pro Tips
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Use contrasting colors to make the daily calendar easier to read
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Keep category names simple and consistent across departments