{"id":21462,"date":"2025-05-13T11:46:13","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T18:46:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=21462"},"modified":"2025-08-06T13:44:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T20:44:17","slug":"google-docs-calendar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-calendar\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Calendar in Google Docs ([year] Guide + Templates)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>When we talk about your <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-workspace\/\">Google<\/a> Calendar, what\u2019s the first thing that pops in your head?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Birthdays \ud83c\udf82 and Holidays \u2708\ufe0f!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But sometimes, you need a calendar that does more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/marketing-calendar\/\">marketing or editorial calendar<\/a>, or maybe a business-related weekly calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In these instances, Google Docs can be helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the fun part is, you can create a Google Docs calendar yourself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll show you how to create a calendar in Google Docs and even highlight some template options. We\u2019ll also discuss some Google Docs calendar limitations and suggest a <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/free-project-management-software\/\">project management software<\/a> alternative with readymade calendar templates.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-99368474-2753-45fd-8fb4-c08eca1fd2c6\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">This Article Contains:<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-calendar\/#1-how-to-make-a-calendar-in-google-docs\" style=\"\">How to Make a Calendar in Google Docs?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-calendar\/#3-%E2%AD%90-featured-template-\" style=\"\">\u2b50 Featured Template<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-calendar\/#8-3-calendar-templates-for-google-docs\" style=\"\">3 Calendar Templates for Google Docs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-calendar\/#12-3-limitations-of-creating-a-calendar-in-google-docs-\" style=\"\">3 Limitations of Creating a Calendar in Google Docs\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-calendar\/#16-create-and-manage-calendars-with-clickup\" style=\"\">Create and Manage Calendars with ClickUp<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-docs-calendar\/#17-manage-your-calendar-with-clickup\" style=\"\">Manage Your Calendar with ClickUp<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ready to make a Google Docs calendar?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Here we go!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #000000; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-723bdccc-a5e6-4fa1-87f7-2612e700ab9e\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-%E2%8F%B0-60-second-summary\">\u23f0 60-Second Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Google Docs can be used to create calendars for various purposes, such as marketing or editorial calendars, though it lacks built-in templates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Steps to create a calendar in Google Docs<\/strong>:\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log into your Google account and open a new document, naming it appropriately for easy access later<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add a 7&#215;6 table to represent the days and weeks of the month, then insert a 7&#215;1 table above it for the days of the week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a reference calendar to fill in dates and add tasks or events, such as social media posts or meetings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customize with colors, fonts, and formatting to make it visually appealing and organized<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optionally change the document orientation to landscape for better readability and more space for details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share the calendar with team members by clicking the &#8216;Share&#8217; button and adding their email addresses<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While Google Docs is versatile for document creation, it has limitations when used for calendar creation, such as lack of workflow capabilities and offline access issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ClickUp provides a comprehensive project management platform with robust calendar features, allowing you to create and manage customizable calendars across devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilize<a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/calendar-view\"> ClickUp\u2019s Calendar View<\/a> to visualize tasks and deadlines in one seamless interface, with options to view by day, week, or month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add tasks easily with drag-and-drop functionality, and sync with Google Calendar for real-time updates across platforms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invite team members to collaborate in real time, ensuring everyone stays informed about task progress and deadlines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With ClickUp, you can manage your calendar more effectively, leveraging its intuitive interface and powerful features to streamline task organization and boost team collaboration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"app.clickup.com\/signup?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=owned&amp;utm_campaign=org_owned_ar_aau_acq_blog_all-devices_x_lp_x_all-departments_x_growth_play&amp;utm_term=2022-01-01&amp;utm_content=us_interest_x\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Start Using ClickUp<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-how-to-make-a-calendar-in-google-docs\">How to Make a Calendar in Google Docs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Google Docs calendar is like any other calendar. \ud83d\udcc5&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only difference is you make it in a Google Docs file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to turn that blank, boring document into your very own calendar. \ud83d\ude0e<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-step-1-open-a-new-google-document\">Step 1: Open a new Google document<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like accessing any <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-workspace-alternatives\/\">other Google app<\/a>, ensure that you\u2019re logged in using your personal Google account or <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-project-management\/\">Google Workspace<\/a> account to use Google Docs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin, open a new Google Doc from the Google Docs home page.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image5-4-1400x380.png\" alt=\"Google Doc home page\" class=\"wp-image-21464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image5-4-1400x380.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image5-4-300x81.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image5-4-768x208.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image5-4-1536x416.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image5-4-700x190.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image5-4.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We know you see a <em>template gallery<\/em> there, but unfortunately, the Google Docs app makers decided not to add a calendar <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/project-management-template\/\">template<\/a> to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So don\u2019t waste your time there, and select a blank doc to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the document opens, name it what you need it to be, or you\u2019ll have a tough time finding it later. \ud83d\udd0d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For now, let\u2019s call this Google Doc file \u2018<em>Monthly Calendar<\/em>.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note<\/em><\/strong><em>: You can use the same steps to create a daily, weekly, or <\/em><em>yearly calendar<\/em><em> too.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now enter the name of the month you want at the start of the document.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s stick to <em>January<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"657\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image15-5-1400x657.png\" alt=\"monthly calendar Google Doc\" class=\"wp-image-21466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image15-5-1400x657.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image15-5-300x141.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image15-5-768x360.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image15-5-1536x721.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image15-5-700x328.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image15-5.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #3c763d; border-radius: 0%; background-color: #dff0d8; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-a2b3cade-82fd-4ee5-b741-a6065a96358b\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-%E2%AD%90-featured-template-\">\u2b50 <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#3c763d\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Featured Template<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#3c763d\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Before you spend time building a calendar in Google Docs, try <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/calendar-planner-t-182201221\">ClickUp\u2019s Calendar Planner Template<\/a> gives you a clear visual layout, easy updates, and everything in one place so nothing slips through.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ClickUp-Calendar-Planner-Template.png\" alt=\"Template for time management troubles\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-182201221\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Get Free Template\" data-segment-props='{\"location\":\"body\",\"sectionModelName\":\"imageCTA\",\"buttonClicked\":\"Get Free Template\"}'>Get Free Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Skip the setup with ClickUp\u2019s Calendar Planner Template<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-step-2-insert-a-table\">Step 2: Insert a table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A <\/em><em>calendar<\/em><em> won\u2019t look like itself without those squares, right?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you\u2019re making a monthly calendar, let\u2019s add <em>7 x 6<\/em> squares. Seven is the number of days in a week, and six was the number of weeks <em>January 2021<\/em> was spread across.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to <strong>Insert <\/strong>&gt;<strong> Table <\/strong>&gt;<strong> <\/strong>then move your cursor to highlight<strong> 7 x 6, <\/strong>and then <strong>click<\/strong> to insert the table. This should fit in your weekends too.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image1-16.gif\" alt=\"inserting a table in Google Doc\" class=\"wp-image-21467\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-step-3-add-the-dates-and-tasks\">Step 3: Add the dates and tasks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you add the dates, insert a <em>7 x 1<\/em> table above the table you just created. This will give you space to add the days of the week.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image20-1.gif\" alt=\"adding dates and tasks in Google Doc\" class=\"wp-image-21468\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now that you have the days of the week, open your computer or mobile\u2019s calendar for reference and start inserting the dates accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we used January 2021 for reference.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image19-1-1400x641.png\" alt=\"creating a calendar in Google Doc\" class=\"wp-image-21469\" style=\"width:795px;height:363px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image19-1-1400x641.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image19-1-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image19-1-768x352.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image19-1-1536x703.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image19-1-700x320.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image19-1.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Starting to look a lot like a calendar, isn\u2019t it?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now add the tasks or events.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s say this is your <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/content-calendar-software\/\">content calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can add tasks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Social media<\/strong><strong> posts<\/strong>: Facebook posts, Twitter updates, Instagram stories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blog posts<\/strong>: add your publication dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content marketing<\/strong><strong> meeting<\/strong>: add to the appropriate date to schedule<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"708\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image11-3-1400x708.png\" alt=\"content calendar in Google Doc\" class=\"wp-image-21470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image11-3-1400x708.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image11-3-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image11-3-768x388.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image11-3-1536x777.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image11-3-700x354.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image11-3.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-step-4-personalize-your-calendar\">Step 4: Personalize your calendar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This step is the most F-U-N!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Put on your creative hats and make the calendar beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Throw in some colors to coordinate similar days, tasks, and events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change fonts, font size, or add bold\/italic formatting to highlight them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resize your calendar squares (table cells) to add space wherever you need<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are simply some suggestions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might just discover that you\u2019re more creative than you give yourself credit for. \ud83d\ude0e<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019re done formatting your calendar, it may look something like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image6-5-1400x641.png\" alt=\"Calendar in Google Doc\" class=\"wp-image-21472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image6-5-1400x641.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image6-5-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image6-5-768x352.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image6-5-1536x703.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image6-5-700x320.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image6-5.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And the good news is, you can always change your calendar formatting later if you need to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-step-5-flip-your-doc%E2%80%99s-orientation-to-landscape\">Step 5: Flip your doc\u2019s orientation to landscape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This step is not compulsory, but it\u2019s supposed to make your calendar legible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, landscape orientation gives you more space to add task details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go to <strong>File<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Page setup,<\/strong> and a <strong>Page setup<\/strong> dialogue box will pop up. Select <strong>Landscape<\/strong> under <em>Orientation<\/em> and click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"366\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/image8-10.gif\" alt=\"Page setup in Google Doc\" class=\"wp-image-21473\" style=\"width:800px;height:366px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s a wrap.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulations, you have created a calendar in Google Docs all by yourself! \ud83e\udd73<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All that\u2019s left to do is, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/shared-calendar-apps\/\">share your calenda<\/a>r and start working with your team. To do this, click on the <strong>Share<\/strong> button in the top right corner and add the email addresses of your team members.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>But hold up. Did you know you can totally cut out the entire manual process of creating a calendar from scratch?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You heard it. And the solution is templates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a calendar template Google Docs may not be helpful, but the internet never fails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a lesson plan, content marketing, or editorial calendar template for Google Docs, you\u2019ll find them all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Related \ud83d\udc49  <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-timeline-in-google-docs\/\">How to Make a Timeline in Google Docs<\/a> <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-3-calendar-templates-for-google-docs\">3 Calendar Templates for Google Docs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t go looking for a Google Doc calendar template because we\u2019ve found three options for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use any of these yourself to save tons of time and effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-1-google-docs-work-schedule-template\">1. Google Docs Work Schedule Template<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1078\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Work-Schedule-Template.png\" alt=\"Google Docs Work Schedule Template\" class=\"wp-image-195709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Work-Schedule-Template.png 1078w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Work-Schedule-Template-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Work-Schedule-Template-768x479.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Work-Schedule-Template-700x436.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1078px) 100vw, 1078px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TEMPLATE.NET<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/editable\/146285\/sample-work-schedule\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--blue cu-button--improved\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-2-google-docs-aesthetic-template\">2. Google Docs Aesthetic Template<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"542\" height=\"759\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Aesthetic-Template.png\" alt=\"Google Docs Aesthetic Template\" class=\"wp-image-195712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Aesthetic-Template.png 542w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Aesthetic-Template-214x300.png 214w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 542px) 100vw, 542px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TEMPLATE.NET<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/editable\/145786\/aesthetic-schedule-template\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--blue cu-button--improved\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-3-google-docs-weekly-hourly-schedule-template\">3. Google Docs Weekly Hourly Schedule Template<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"534\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Weekly-Hourly-Schedule-Template.png\" alt=\"Google Docs Weekly Hourly Schedule Template\" class=\"wp-image-195713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Weekly-Hourly-Schedule-Template.png 534w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Google-Docs-Weekly-Hourly-Schedule-Template-233x300.png 233w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 534px) 100vw, 534px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TEMPLATE.NET<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.template.net\/editable\/4392\/weekly-hourly-schedule\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--blue cu-button--improved\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-3-limitations-of-creating-a-calendar-in-google-docs-\">3 Limitations of Creating a Calendar in Google Docs&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We want you to ask yourself a question:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Is it <\/em><strong><em>really<\/em><\/strong><em> smart to use a <\/em><em>document<\/em><em> creation tool for making a calendar?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s like using a spreadsheet to do tiny calculations. It doesn\u2019t make sense when we already have a thing called a calculator, right?.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, using Google Docs to create a calendar doesn\u2019t make sense when there are several calendar tools available instead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s show you why else it doesn\u2019t work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-1-not-designed-for-calendar-use\">1. Not designed for calendar use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll let the cat \ud83d\udc08 out of the bag. Google Docs isn\u2019t meant for calendars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can write a blog post, type out your thoughts\u2026if you got words, Google Docs is your friend, just like <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/microsoft-teams-pricing\/\">Microsoft<\/a> Word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Bonus: Check out our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-calendar-in-word\/\">creating a calendar in Microsoft Word<\/a>! \ud83d\udc9c <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But logging some dates? Nope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not even reminders.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-2-offline-access-is-not-convenient\">2. Offline access is not convenient<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google\u2019s biggest advantage is that everything in the <a href=\"https:\/\/kinsta.com\/blog\/google-workspace\/\">Google Workspace<\/a> is online.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But sometimes, this poses a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To access your files without an internet connection, you have to plan way ahead. You\u2019ll need to decide which files you want to use when the internet is down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From what we gather, offline access is supposed to help in emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>But Google is asking you to foretell the emergencies and decide what should be available offline.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It looks like you\u2019ll first need help from a crystal-gazer or become one yourself. \ud83d\udd2e<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-3-no-workflow-capabilities\">3. No workflow capabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Docs is not a calendar; we\u2019ve established that.<em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>But guess what?<\/em> It\u2019s not a project manager either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A business or <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/project-management-calendar\/\">project calendar<\/a> must have certain capabilities like scheduling, creating tasks, assigning them, managing resources, setting priorities, visualizing a workflow, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Google Doc calendar has none of that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It means your manually-made calendar on Google Docs is as good as your wall calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there\u2019s a simple solution to all these drawbacks: <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\"><strong>ClickUp<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s one of the world&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/reviews\">highest-rated<\/a> productivity tool, trusted by several <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/clients\">teams in small, medium, and large organizations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-create-and-manage-calendars-with-clickup\">Create and Manage Calendars with ClickUp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for an effective and feature-rich <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/best-calendar-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">calendar app<\/a> for managing your schedules? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClickUp<\/a> offers a comprehensive project management platform that streamlines task organization and boosts team collaboration. With its intuitive interface and robust features, you can easily create and manage customizable calendars across various devices\u2014whether on laptops, computers, or mobile phones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Create a Project Calendar? | Mistakes to Avoid\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bVrvQkgbICw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Utilize <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/calendar-view\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClickUp\u2019s Calendar View<\/a> to visualize tasks and deadlines in one seamless interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/feature-in-ClickUp-Calendar-View.gif\" alt=\"Track all upcoming meetings, tasks, and deadlines in a unified interface with ClickUp\u2019s Calendar View\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/calendar-view\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Get Started \" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Get Started &quot;}\">Get Started <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Track all upcoming meetings, tasks, and deadlines in a unified interface with ClickUp\u2019s Calendar View<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You won\u2019t have to make a calendar from scratch\u2014it\u2019s already integrated into your ClickUp Workspace. Here\u2019s how to add the Calendar view:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click the \u2018+ View\u2019 in your views bar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select \u2018Calendar\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rename and customize it as per your needs using the Customize menu on the right&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ClickUp-Workspace-Calendar-1400x518.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Workspace Calendar\" class=\"wp-image-238813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ClickUp-Workspace-Calendar-1400x518.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ClickUp-Workspace-Calendar-300x111.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ClickUp-Workspace-Calendar-768x284.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ClickUp-Workspace-Calendar-1536x568.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ClickUp-Workspace-Calendar-700x259.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ClickUp-Workspace-Calendar.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Add the Calendar View in your workspace&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can also adjust the time span\u2014viewing tasks by <strong>Day<\/strong>, <strong>Week<\/strong>, or <strong>Month<\/strong>\u2014and rearrange them as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To adjust the time frame in your calendar, use the Time Period dropdown next to the tasks search bar. Options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Day<\/strong>: View tasks for the entire day or a specific time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4 days<\/strong>: Display a four-day period<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Week<\/strong>: See the week and rearrange tasks as needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Month<\/strong>: View the whole month and shift tasks around<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"489\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Adding-tasks-and-due-dates-to-your-calendar-in-Click-Up.png\" alt=\"Adding tasks and due dates to your calendar in Click Up\" class=\"wp-image-238826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Adding-tasks-and-due-dates-to-your-calendar-in-Click-Up.png 489w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Adding-tasks-and-due-dates-to-your-calendar-in-Click-Up-300x267.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 489px) 100vw, 489px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Adding tasks and due dates to your calendar is straightforward\u2014click the \u2018Add Task\u2019 button in the right corner or hover over a day and click the \u2018+\u2019 icon.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter the task name, summary, due date, and priority level. Once you&#8217;ve done this, click on the task to add any additional details.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Add-a-new-task-to-your-calendar-in-ClickUp-1400x534.png\" alt=\"Add a new task calendar in ClickUp\" class=\"wp-image-238836\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Add-a-new-task-to-your-calendar-in-ClickUp-1400x534.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Add-a-new-task-to-your-calendar-in-ClickUp-300x114.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Add-a-new-task-to-your-calendar-in-ClickUp-768x293.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Add-a-new-task-to-your-calendar-in-ClickUp-700x267.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Add-a-new-task-to-your-calendar-in-ClickUp.png 1456w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Add a new task to your calendar in ClickUp<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the drag-and-drop functionality allows for quick, hassle-free scheduling. If a task is delayed or needs rescheduling, you can easily move it without affecting the project timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"864\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/unscheduled-tasks-on-a-calendar-view-in-clickup.gif\" alt=\"Unscheduled tasks on a calendar view in ClickUp\" class=\"wp-image-39359\" style=\"width:834px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Adjust task due dates by dragging and dropping in ClickUp\u2019s Calendar View<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The best part? ClickUp\u2019s Calendar View <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/integrations\/google-calendar-task-sync\">syncs with Google Calendar<\/a>, so any change in one platform is instantly reflected in the other.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1196\" height=\"815\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/calendar-view-sync-1-1.png\" alt=\"Connect ClickUp to Google Calendar to easily view scheduled meeting appointments in ClickUp\" class=\"wp-image-27402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/calendar-view-sync-1-1.png 1196w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/calendar-view-sync-1-1-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/calendar-view-sync-1-1-768x523.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/calendar-view-sync-1-1-700x477.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1196px) 100vw, 1196px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sync your ClickUp tasks with Google Calendar for real-time updates across both platforms<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When you update a task in ClickUp, those changes are automatically reflected in Google Calendar, and vice versa. This means no more switching between different calendars\u2014everything you need is accessible within ClickUp.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-3fe4b827-9a2a-45ec-b835-e5666d9fe20c\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\"><strong>\ud83d\udceeClickUp Insight: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/work-week\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">92% of knowledge workers<\/a> use personalized time management strategies. But, most workflow management tools don&#8217;t yet offer robust built-in time management or prioritization features, which can hinder effective prioritization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClickUp&#8217;s<\/a> AI-powered scheduling and time-tracking features can help you transform this guesswork into data-driven decisions. It can even suggest optimal focus windows for tasks. Build a custom time management system that adapts to how you actually work!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Try ClickUp For Free<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Try <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/calendar-planner-t-182201221\">ClickUp&#8217;s Calendar Planner Template<\/a> to organize daily, weekly, and monthly tasks while tracking deadlines and important dates. It also provides the flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ClickUp-Calendar-Planner-Template-2.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Calendar Planner Template\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\"\/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-182201221&amp;department=pmo\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Download This Template\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Download This Template&quot;}\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Easily manage tasks and deadlines with customizable views in the ClickUp Calendar Planner Template<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ClickUp Calendar Planner Template<\/strong> offers multiple views to visualize your calendar in various formats, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Summary View:<\/strong> For an overview of upcoming tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Progress Board View:<\/strong> To track each task&#8217;s status as they progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Timeline View:<\/strong> To get a clear representation of task durations for efficient planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monthly Planner View:<\/strong> For proactive scheduling of an entire month\u2019s tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Getting Started Guide View:<\/strong> To get tips for effective use of the template for maximum productivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also invite team members to collaborate in real time, share updates, and keep everyone informed about task progress and deadlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-182201221&amp;department=pmo\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple cu-button--improved\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-manage-your-calendar-with-clickup\">Manage Your Calendar with ClickUp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Google Docs calendar is just a regular calendar with no workflow functionalities. 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