Google Calendar: Staff - Set Your Working Hours and Location

How to Set Your Working Hours and Location in Google Calendar

Setting your working hours and location in Google Calendar can help colleagues know when and where you're available. Follow the steps below to configure your working hours and location:

Set Working Hours

1. Open Google Calendar: Log in to Google Calendar.
2. Access Settings:
   • Click the gear icon in the top-right corner.
   • Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
3. Enable Working Hours:
   • In the left-hand navigation panel, click Working hours & location.
   • Check the box next to Enable working hours.
4. Specify Your Hours:
   • For each day of the week, add your working hours (e.g., 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM).

Set a Working Location via Settings

1. Follow steps 1–3 above to access the Working hours & location menu.
2. Set Your Location:
   • For each day of the week, select your work location (e.g., Office, Home, or Custom).
3. Save Changes: Click Save to confirm your selections.

Set a Working Location Directly from Your Calendar

You can also update your working location without accessing the settings:

Option 1: Use an Empty Space

1. Click an empty space on your calendar.
2. Select Working location at the top of the event window.
3. Specify the date, time, and location.
4. Click Save.

Option 2: Use the Location Bar

1. Navigate to the specific day on your calendar.
2. Click on the location bar above your schedule.
3. Select a location or add a new one.

Additional Resources

For more details, visit the Google Calendar Help Center.