Video Tutorials
Video walkthroughs follow the same order as Overview tutorial paths. Watch a path end-to-end or jump to one topic.
UI as of 5.5
Written guides reflect the current UI (Appointments → Availability hub, Locations & rooms beta, Continue with Google, admin appointment panel). Some videos still show older rule tables or labels - follow the written guide when they differ.
Path 1 - Launch your first bookable service
Creating your first appointable product
Product type, duration, and base settings.
Configuring availability rules
Open hours in Appointments → Availability (General, product, staff, and optional location/resource layers).
→ Availability · Mon-Fri 9-5 examples
Path 2 - Run the schedule
Admin calendar overview
Filters, views, and navigation.
→ Calendar
Adding appointments from the calendar
Click a slot → create in the side panel.
Drag & drop appointments
Move bookings to a new time by dragging.
Resizing appointments
Change duration from the calendar edge.
Filtering by staff or product
Focus the calendar on one service or team member.
Path 3 - Staff and product setup
Setting up staff
Assign staff to products and set their availability.
→ Staff
Custom pricing rules
Date, time, and staff-based pricing.
Product add-ons
Extra fields and cost modifiers on the booking form.
→ Add-ons
Path 4 - Optional features
Recurring appointment packages
Repeat this appointment - live preview and package cart line (~1 min).
→ Recurring packages · My Account - View series
Indexing & performance
Turn on Use Indexed Availability when slot checks feel slow.
→ Indexing
REST API integration
External systems via /wp-json/wc-appointments/v2/.
→ Developers · Developer login
Path 5 - Customer experience
Booking form customization
Look and feel of the storefront form.
→ Appointment Form block · Style the form (license required)
Managing customer appointments
My Account list, reschedule, cancel, and View series.