How do I block out time/add static events on my schedule?

Purpose:

To guide users in creating static events to reserve time slots in HelloNote EMR schedules, preventing appointment conflicts for breaks, meetings, or personal time.

Scope:

This article covers:

1. Creating single-instance static events
2. Setting up recurring time blocks
3. Configuring:
   1. Event descriptions (lunch/meetings/vacation)
   2. Color-coding
   3. User assignment (self or others)
   4. Time/duration settings 
      Excludes:
4. Editing existing appointments
5. Resource scheduling
6. Team-wide calendar sync

Procedure:

1. Access Schedule:
   1. Navigate to Schedule > Add Schedule
2. Create Static Event:
   1. Select Static Event option
   2. Choose target user (self or staff member)
   3. Enter description (e.g., "Lunch Break")
3. Customize Event:
   1. Set color (default: gray)
   2. Configure:
      1. Start/end times
      2. Date(s)
      3. Recurrence pattern (if needed)
4. Save & Verify:
   1. Click to save event
   2. View blocked time on schedule as grayed-out section

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