Cloud Appointment Book Basics
This guide provides essential steps to help you log into and navigate the Cloud Appointment Book efficiently. With a user-friendly layout, the system allows you to manage appointments across multiple sites, track customer information, and stay organized.
1. Logging into the Cloud Appointment Book
- Open a web browser on your device (smartphone, tablet, or computer).
- Go to pos.shortcutssoftware.com and log in with your Shortcuts Console username and password.
Upon logging in, you'll be directed to the Appointment page and Operations Menu.
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2. Switching Between Sites
- If your account includes access to multiple sites, click your name in the top-right corner to switch sites.
- A menu will display your current site name, with options to:
- Change your password
- Log out
- Switch sites
3. Navigating the Cloud Menu
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Use the menu on the left to select different screens.
Then select the screen you would like to view - use the drop down icon to select more options under the Employee, Reports and Business settings.
4. Appointment Book Layout and Features
- The Cloud Appointment Book is similar to the Shortcuts Appointment Book, with:
- Individual employee columns
- Appointment times listed on the left
- A red line to indicate the current time
Calendar Date Selector
- Selecting today's date at the bottom will bring up a calendar, allowing you to see the schedule for any day of your choice.
- You can also use the arrow keys on either side of the date to view your schedule for previous or future days.
View Modes: Day View and Week View
- By default, your Appointment Book will be set to Day View.
- You can switch between Day View and Week View to get a broader or narrower view of appointments ahead.
- Access this setting by select the three dots in the lower left-hand corner, then selecting “Week View”. Follow the same instructions to switch back to “Day View”.
- You can navigate between different days/weeks using the buttons at the bottom.
5. Searching for Customers
- Click on the customer screen
- To search for a customer, enter at least three characters of their name, phone number, or email.
- Use the filter icon to refine your search (e.g., include inactive clients or search across all sites)