Buffer time - Revision history

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	It may happen that you need to have some buffer time in-between bookings to prepare for the next client, to travel or simply have a couple of minutes rest. <br>		It may happen that you need to have some buffer time in-between bookings to prepare for the next client, to travel or simply have a couple of minutes rest. <br>
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	1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.		1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.
	[[File:Click to select service redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/c8/Click_to_select_service_redesigned.png]]		[[File:Click to select service redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/c8/Click_to_select_service_redesigned.png]]
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	3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>		3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>
	'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.		'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.
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	4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>		4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>
	despite the schedule can fit only the service duration, but not the buffer time.<br>		despite the schedule can fit only the service duration, but not the buffer time.<br>
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	As the result such times will be available on the client side(schedule and other custom features may also have their influence)		As the result such times will be available on the client side(schedule and other custom features may also have their influence)
	[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day client side slots.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/7/77/Buffertime_at_the_end_of_the_day_client_side_slots.png]]		[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day client side slots.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/7/77/Buffertime_at_the_end_of_the_day_client_side_slots.png]]

Admin at 09:16, 16 May 2025

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	<br><br>		<br><br>
	It may happen that you need to have some buffer time in-between bookings to prepare for the next client, to travel or simply have a couple of minutes rest. <br>		It may happen that you need to have some buffer time in-between bookings to prepare for the next client, to travel or simply have a couple of minutes rest. <br>
	Now we have an option to add some time after each booking.		Now we have an option to add some time after each booking.
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	1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.		1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.
	[[File:Click to select service redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/c8/Click_to_select_service_redesigned.png]]		[[File:Click to select service redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/c8/Click_to_select_service_redesigned.png]]
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	[[File:Add buffer time path redesigned.png\|1200px\| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/cc/Add_buffer_time_path_redesigned.png]]		[[File:Add buffer time path redesigned.png\|1200px\| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/cc/Add_buffer_time_path_redesigned.png]]
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	3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>		3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>
	'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.		'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.
	[[File:Buffer time selected redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/8/81/Buffer_time_selected_redesigned.png]]		[[File:Buffer time selected redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/8/81/Buffer_time_selected_redesigned.png]]
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	4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>		4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>
	despite the schedule can fit only the service duration, but not the buffer time.<br>		despite the schedule can fit only the service duration, but not the buffer time.<br>
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	[[File:Extend buffer redesigned.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/f/f0/Extend_buffer_redesigned.png]]		[[File:Extend buffer redesigned.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/f/f0/Extend_buffer_redesigned.png]]
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	As the result such times will be available on the client side(schedule and other custom features may also have their influence)		As the result such times will be available on the client side(schedule and other custom features may also have their influence)
	[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day client side slots.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/7/77/Buffertime_at_the_end_of_the_day_client_side_slots.png]]		[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day client side slots.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/7/77/Buffertime_at_the_end_of_the_day_client_side_slots.png]]
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Admin at 15:54, 6 December 2024

2024-12-06T15:54:15Z

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			\|title=Buffer time - SimplyBook.me
			\|description=Add buffer time between appointments to allow for preparation. Ensure smooth transitions. Learn more about this feature!
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			\|keywords=faq, frequently asked questions, booking software, appointment system questions, appointments online, calendar software, booking system, booking calendar, scheduling software, online appointment scheduling, online scheduling, setup, setup help, support, help content
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	<br><br>		<br><br>
	It may happen that you need to have some buffer time in-between bookings to prepare for the next client, to travel or simply have a couple of minutes rest. <br>		It may happen that you need to have some buffer time in-between bookings to prepare for the next client, to travel or simply have a couple of minutes rest. <br>

Admin at 10:43, 5 August 2024

2024-08-05T10:43:03Z

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	1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.		1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.
	~~<nomobile>~~[[File:~~Buffer time path~~.png \| center~~]]<~~/~~nomobile>~~		[[File:Click to select service redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/c8/Click_to_select_service_redesigned.png]]
	~~<mobileonly>[[File:M buffer time select service~~.png ~~\| center~~]]~~</mobileonly>~~
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	2. Choose “Time details” tab and click on “Add buffer time” button.		2. Choose “Time details” tab and click on “Add buffer time” button.
	~~<nomobile>~~[[File:Add buffer time path.png \| center~~]]<~~/~~nomobile>~~		[[File:Add buffer time path redesigned.png\|1200px\| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/c/cc/Add_buffer_time_path_redesigned.png]]
	~~<mobileonly>[[File:M buffer time add path~~.png ~~\| center~~]]~~</mobileonly>~~
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>		3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>
	'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.		'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.
	~~<nomobile>~~[[File:~~Set buffer~~ time.png \| center~~]]<~~/~~nomobile>~~		[[File:Buffer time selected redesigned.png\|1200px \| center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/8/81/Buffer_time_selected_redesigned.png]]
	~~<mobileonly>[[File:M buffer time add step~~.png ~~\| center~~]]~~</mobileonly>~~
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>		4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>
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	Let's imagine that the service has 1hr duration + 30mins buffer time, but the working period in your settings ends at 6pm and you wish the last client to book at 5pm.<br>		Let's imagine that the service has 1hr duration + 30mins buffer time, but the working period in your settings ends at 6pm and you wish the last client to book at 5pm.<br>
	To make it possible please set the option Allow booking at end of day without buffer to Yes in Settings -> Main configuration and save.		To make it possible please set the option Allow booking at end of day without buffer to Yes in Settings -> Main configuration and save.
	[[File:~~Buffertime at the end of the day~~.png\|1200px\|border\|center]]		[[File:Extend buffer redesigned.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/f/f0/Extend_buffer_redesigned.png]]
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	As the result such times will be available on the client side(schedule and other custom features may also have their influence)		As the result such times will be available on the client side(schedule and other custom features may also have their influence)
	[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day client side slots.png\|1200px\|border\|center]]		[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day client side slots.png\|1200px\|border\|center\|link=https://help.simplybook.me/images/7/77/Buffertime_at_the_end_of_the_day_client_side_slots.png]]
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Admin at 10:19, 10 August 2021

2021-08-10T10:19:50Z

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	There may be no need for travel time or you can stay for that period at the working place if needed and do not wish to edit the availability accordingly.<br>		There may be no need for travel time or you can stay for that period at the working place if needed and do not wish to edit the availability accordingly.<br>
	Let's imagine that the service has 1hr duration + 30mins buffer time, but the working period in your settings ends at 6pm and you wish the last client to book at 5pm.<br>		Let's imagine that the service has 1hr duration + 30mins buffer time, but the working period in your settings ends at 6pm and you wish the last client to book at 5pm.<br>
	To make it possible please set the option Allow booking at end of day without buffer to Yes in Settings -> ~~General settings -> Configuration~~ and save.		To make it possible please set the option Allow booking at end of day without buffer to Yes in Settings -> Main configuration and save.
	[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day.png\|1200px\|border\|center]]		[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day.png\|1200px\|border\|center]]
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Admin at 13:50, 29 July 2021

2021-07-29T13:50:02Z

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	4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>		4. In some cases you may need to allow the clients to book the services that contain the buffer times at the end of the day,<br>
	despite the schedule can fit only the service duration, but not the buffer time.<br>		despite the schedule can fit only the service duration, but not the buffer time.<br>
	~~Let's imagine that the service has 1hr duration + 30mins buffer time, but the working period in your settings ends at 6pm and you wish the last client to book at 5pm.~~
	There may be no need for travel time or you can stay for that period at the working place if needed and do not wish to edit the availability accordingly.<br>		There may be no need for travel time or you can stay for that period at the working place if needed and do not wish to edit the availability accordingly.<br>
			Let's imagine that the service has 1hr duration + 30mins buffer time, but the working period in your settings ends at 6pm and you wish the last client to book at 5pm.<br>
	To make it possible please set the option Allow booking at end of day without buffer to Yes in Settings -> General settings -> Configuration and save.		To make it possible please set the option Allow booking at end of day without buffer to Yes in Settings -> General settings -> Configuration and save.
	[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day.png\|1200px\|border\|center]]		[[File:Buffertime at the end of the day.png\|1200px\|border\|center]]

Admin at 13:48, 29 July 2021

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Admin at 11:14, 4 March 2019

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	1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.		1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.
	[[File:Buffer time path.png \| center]]		<nomobile>[[File:Buffer time path.png \| center]]</nomobile>
			<mobileonly>[[File:M buffer time select service.png \| center]]</mobileonly>
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	2. Choose “Time details” tab and click on “Add buffer time” button.		2. Choose “Time details” tab and click on “Add buffer time” button.
	[[File:Add buffer time path.png \| center]]		<nomobile>[[File:Add buffer time path.png \| center]]</nomobile>
			<mobileonly>[[File:M buffer time add path.png \| center]]</mobileonly>
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>		3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>
	'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.		'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.
	[[File:Set buffer time.png \| center]]		<nomobile>[[File:Set buffer time.png \| center]]</nomobile>
			<mobileonly>[[File:M buffer time add step.png \| center]]</mobileonly>
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Admin at 14:44, 21 August 2018

2018-08-21T14:44:22Z

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	Go to ~~Manage // Services and switch~~ to ~~"Time details" tab and:~~		It may happen that you need to have some buffer time in-between bookings to prepare for the next client, to travel or simply have a couple of minutes rest. <br>
			Now we have an option to add some time after each booking.
	<br><br>		<br><br>
	1. ~~Change Service duration~~ to ~~actual duration + buffer time (Example~~: ~~actual duration 45 min, buffer~~ time ~~15 min, you set up duration to 1 hour)~~.		1. Go to Manage // Services or Manage//Classes depending on the option you need to edit and click on service/class name to select it.
			[[File:Buffer time path.png \| center]]
	2. ~~Enable "Hide duration~~ on ~~the booking page" option~~.		<br><br>
			2. Choose “Time details” tab and click on “Add buffer time” button.
	3. ~~Put actual duration to Service name, so~~ the ~~name of~~ the service ~~could be for example “Counseling - 45 minutes”~~.<br/>		[[File:Add buffer time path.png \| center]]
	~~<br>~~		<br><br>
	[[File:~~Add~~ buffer time.png \|center]]		3. From the selection options choose the time you need to add as a gap between bookings for this service/class.<br>
			'''Please note''', that this time will be added after each booking.
			[[File:Set buffer time.png \| center]]
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