# Schedule Types
The **Schedule Types** section allows you to define the time allocation for each room (e.g., **“3 hours in a lecture room”**).
## Access and Navigation
The **Schedule Types** module can be found under **Planning** > **Planning Setup**.
If you cannot view the link from the list, check the privilege assigned to your user account or role.
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Contact your school’s system administrator to request view or edit access if you cannot access the rights management screen.
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## Create a New Schedule Type
* Click **+ New Schedule Type** in the upper-right corner
* Fill out the required details
* Label - ensure the label is unique
* Meetings - specify the required room type and the duration of each class session
* Room Type
* Hours
* Alternative Room Types
* Click **Add Schedule Type** to save
## Edit a Schedule Type
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Edits to Schedule Types are instantly reflected in the Scheduler View, regardless of the term selected in the main Planning menu.
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* To edit a schedule type, select the schedule type you want to edit and click the **Pencil** icon
* In the Edit Schedule Type Information form, update the necessary fields
* The label must remain unique
* The Room Type and Alternative Room Types fields cannot be edited once set
* Click the **Update Schedule Type** button to save your changes. You will be redirected to the Schedule Type page, where the updates will be immediately reflected
## Delete a Schedule Type
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Edits to Schedule Types are instantly reflected in the Scheduler View, regardless of the term selected in the main Planning menu.
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* Select the Schedule Type you want to delete, then click the **Trash Bin** icon next to it
* A confirmation message will appear—click **Delete** to proceed. The schedule type will be removed from the list
## View Meetings
* Click the **View Meetings** button
* The system will display the plotted schedules, organized weekly and per hour
## Add a Possible Time Slot
* Click the **View Meetings** button
* Click the **Add Possible Time Slot** button at the bottom of the page
* The “New Possible Schedule” form will appear. Ensure the total hours per week match the schedule type’s required hours
* Click the **Add Possible Schedule** button to save. You will be redirected to the View Meetings page, where the newly added schedule will be displayed
## Upload Possible Time Slots via CSV file
* Click the **Upload** button in the upper-right corner of the page
* To ensure the uploaded details match the required format, download the **template file** by clicking the provided link
* Once your file is ready, click **Choose the .CSV File or Drag It Here** to upload
* Click **Import Schedules** after the upload is complete. The imported time slots will now be displayed in the list
## Delete Possible Time Slots
* Locate the schedule you want to remove. Click the **X** button at the end of its row
* A confirmation message will appear—click **Delete** to confirm. The schedule will be removed from the list.
## Search a Schedule Type
Enter a keyword or the exact schedule type name in the **search bar** at the upper-right corner, then press **Enter** to search. The system will display all matching results based on your input.
## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
**Question:** Why Can’t I See the “Schedule Types” Menu in My Account?
**Answer:** If the **"Schedule Types"** menu is not visible in your account, check if your user role has the necessary privileges:
1. Navigate to **Users > User Setup > User Groups**
2. Ensure that your account is assigned the correct permissions to access the **Schedule Types** module
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**Question:** Why Am I Getting an Error When Uploading?
**Answer:** If you're encountering an error during file uploads, ensure that your file meets the following requirements:
* **Start Time** must follow the **HH:mm** format (e.g., **09:00**).
* **End Time** must follow the **HH:mm** format (e.g., **12:00**).
* **Days of the Week** must be represented as **M, T, W, TH, F, SAT, SUN** and can include multiple days, separated by **|** (e.g., **M|W|F**).
* **Total weekly hours** must match the **Schedule Type's** required hours.
Verify the file formatting before uploading to avoid errors.
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