Google Calendar is a great tool for managing your schedule and staying organized. One useful feature is the ability to link online events and appointments to your calendar so you don’t forget about them. Here are some tips on how to link events to your Google Calendar using your computer or mobile device.
Viewing Linked Events on Google Calendar
When you link an online event or appointment to your Google Calendar, it will show up just like any other calendar event you create. The event details like title, date/time, and location will be filled in automatically using the information from the website or email invitation.
On your computer, linked events will show up in the main calendar view with a small chain link icon next to the title. This helps you identify events added via a link. On your mobile device, these events look the same as normal calendar appointments.
Linking Events on Your Computer
There are a couple ways to link online events and invitations to your Google Calendar on your computer:
From an Event Website
Many event/scheduling websites like Evite or Eventbrite allow you to add their event directly to Google Calendar. Look for a link or button that says something like “Add to Google Calendar” or has the Google Calendar logo. Clicking this will open a pop-up where you can select which Google Calendar to add it to.
From an Email Invitation
For event invites sent to your email, look for an “Add to Calendar” or “Add to Google Calendar” button at the top or bottom of the email. Clicking this will add the event to your default Google Calendar.
Some emails with events may have a drop-down menu near the calendar button that lets you select Google Calendar. If you don’t see Google Calendar as an option, you may need to connect your email account to your Google account.
Manually Adding Events
If an online event or email invite doesn’t have an add to calendar option, you can manually add it to Google Calendar by copying event details like the date/time, title, and location into a new calendar event.
Here are the steps:
- Open Google Calendar and click the “+” button to create a new event.
- Enter the event title, date/time, and location copied from the website or email invite.
- Click “Save” to add the event to your calendar.
Linking Events on Mobile Devices
The process for linking online events and appointments to Google Calendar on your iPhone, Android phone, or other mobile device is very similar.
From an Event Website
When viewing an event on your mobile browser, look for an “Add to Calendar” or “Add to Google Calendar” button or link. Tap this to open a pop-up and select which calendar you want to add it to.
From an Email Invitation
In email invites, tap the “Add to Calendar” button and select Google Calendar if given the option. Otherwise, it will default to adding to your primary calendar.
Manually Adding Events
You can also manually add events to Google Calendar on mobile by opening the app, tapping the create event button (often shown as a “+” symbol), and entering the details:
- Open the Google Calendar app.
- Tap the plus button to create an event.
- Enter the title, date/time, and location.
- Tap Save.
Tips for Linking Events
Follow these tips for a smooth event linking experience:
- Make sure you’re signed into the correct Google account everywhere.
- Double check that the event date, time, and other details were added accurately.
- For email invites, RSVP right away so the organizer knows you’re attending.
- Add the event on all devices you use Google Calendar on to have it everywhere.
- You can edit linked events to add notes or other details as needed.
Troubleshooting Issues with Linked Events
If you’re having trouble getting events to show up correctly in Google Calendar, try these troubleshooting tips:
Make Sure Accounts are Connected
Double check that the same Google account is connected to any email addresses sending you invites and the device you use to access Google Calendar. They need to match for seamless adding.
Check Event Details
Events added automatically from links can sometimes have incorrect times or dates. Double check the details match what’s on the website or email invite.
Try Re-linking the Event
Go back to the original event website or email invitation and re-click the add to calendar link. This may fix syncing issues.
Manually Re-add the Event
As a last resort, manually add the event again in Google Calendar using the steps outlined earlier. Make sure to delete the old linked event first.
Conclusion
Linking online events, appointments, and email invitations to your Google Calendar is a great way to stay organized. It only takes a few clicks to setup and sync across all your devices. Keep these tips in mind for a smooth linking experience and refer to the troubleshooting guide if you encounter any issues getting events to show up.