Change free/busy default

How can I change the Show as in calendar defaulted to Free instead of busy?

Posted on Dec 17, 2022 8:55 PM

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Posted on Dec 20, 2022 8:36 AM

Hi StacyMB,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We understand that you'd like to change the default settings for your Calendar to keep from blocking a timeframe where you appear busy.


Although the iOS doesn't include a default setting to prevent your schedule from being blocked, you can edit your calendar event and show it as free as outlined here: Send invitations in Calendar on iPhone


"Schedule an event without blocking your schedule

You can add an event to your calendar without having the timeframe appear as busy to others who send you invitations.

  1. Tap the event, then tap Edit.
  2. Tap Show As, then tap Free."


Take care!


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Dec 20, 2022 8:36 AM in response to StacyMB

Hi StacyMB,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We understand that you'd like to change the default settings for your Calendar to keep from blocking a timeframe where you appear busy.


Although the iOS doesn't include a default setting to prevent your schedule from being blocked, you can edit your calendar event and show it as free as outlined here: Send invitations in Calendar on iPhone


"Schedule an event without blocking your schedule

You can add an event to your calendar without having the timeframe appear as busy to others who send you invitations.

  1. Tap the event, then tap Edit.
  2. Tap Show As, then tap Free."


Take care!


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