Using shift templates for repeating patterns
Apply predefined shift patterns to quickly set up schedules
Using Shift Templates
Shift templates help you quickly apply standard weekly schedules to staff members, saving time and ensuring consistency.
Available Templates
Standard (9-18)
- Monday to Friday: 9:00 - 18:00
- Saturday and Sunday: Off
- Best for: Full-time office/salon staff
Early Shift (7-15)
- Monday to Friday: 7:00 - 15:00
- Saturday and Sunday: Off
- Best for: Opening staff, early appointments
Late Shift (12-20)
- Monday to Friday: 12:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 12:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: Off
- Best for: Evening appointments, late opening
Weekend
- Monday to Friday: Off
- Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 - 18:00
- Best for: Weekend-only staff
Part-time
- Monday to Wednesday: 9:00 - 14:00
- Thursday to Sunday: Off
- Best for: Part-time morning staff
Applying a Template
- Click the dropdown menu (three dots) on a staff member row
- Select Apply Template
- A panel opens showing all available templates
- Review the template preview (shows working days and hours)
- Click the template you want to apply
- Confirm the action
Template Preview
Each template shows:
- Working days per week
- Total weekly hours
- Visual day indicators
Important Notes
- Applying a template overwrites the current weekly schedule
- Changes affect all weeks, not just the current view
- You can customize individual days after applying a template
- Templates are a starting point - modify as needed
Use case scenarios
Scenario 1: New hire baseline
New stylist needs a schedule. Apply "Standard Mon-Fri" template, customize Saturday separately. 1 minute of setup.
Scenario 2: Multiple role patterns
Salon has receptionist (5x/week, 9-5) and stylist (4x/week, 10-7) patterns. Two templates, applied per role.
Scenario 3: Seasonal switch
Summer vs winter hours differ. Two templates, switched seasonally with one click each per staff.
Tips
- Use for new hires: instant baseline schedule.
- Customize after applying: template = starting point.
- Role-based templates: receptionist vs stylist patterns differ.
- Templates overwrite: confirm before applying to existing schedules.
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