How to Add Holidays to SharePoint Calendar
Adding holidays to your SharePoint calendar can help you stay organized and informed about important dates. Whether you’re managing a team or just want to keep track of personal events, following these simple steps will guide you through the process of adding holidays to your SharePoint calendar.
Step 1: Access the SharePoint Calendar
First, log in to your SharePoint site and navigate to the calendar you want to add holidays to. This could be a team calendar or a personal calendar, depending on your needs.
Step 2: Open the Calendar Settings
Once you have accessed the calendar, click on the gear icon in the upper right corner of the calendar view. This will open the calendar settings menu.
Step 3: Select Calendar Settings
In the calendar settings menu, click on “Calendar Settings.” This will open a new window with various options for customizing your calendar.
Step 4: Choose the Calendar Type
In the calendar settings window, you will see a list of calendar types on the left-hand side. Select the type of calendar you want to add holidays to, such as “Event Calendar” or “Team Calendar.”
Step 5: Add a New Calendar
Click on the “Add Calendar” button at the top of the calendar settings window. This will open a new window where you can create a new calendar or import an existing one.
Step 6: Import Holidays
In the new calendar window, you will see an option to import holidays. Click on the “Import” button and select the holidays file you want to import. The file should be in a supported format, such as .ics or .csv.
Step 7: Save and Close
After importing the holidays, click on the “Save” button to add the holidays to your SharePoint calendar. You can then close the calendar settings window.
Step 8: View the Holidays
To view the holidays on your calendar, simply go back to the calendar view and you should see the holidays listed as events. You can click on each event to view more details or customize the appearance of the holidays in your calendar.
By following these steps, you can easily add holidays to your SharePoint calendar and stay on top of important dates. This will help you and your team stay organized and informed throughout the year.
