You know that moment when you're about to join a video call and you genuinely can't remember what it's for? You're not alone. Generic calendar event titles like "Meeting" or "30 Minute Call" force both you and your attendees to waste time figuring out context that should be immediately obvious.
Smart calendar event naming eliminates this friction entirely. When your schedule shows "Client Onboarding - Jessica Park - Marketing Agency" instead of "Meeting," you know exactly what's happening without a single extra click. Here's how to set it up.
How to Customize Your Calendar Event Name
1. Create a New Account or Log In
First, access your Novacal dashboard by logging in. If you haven't created an account yet, the signup process is quick—you'll be ready to go in under two minutes.
2. Access Your Event Type Settings
Navigate to your Novacal dashboard and select the event type you want to configure. Each event type can have its own custom calendar event name, so you can create different naming conventions for different meeting purposes.
3. Open the Preferences Section
Within your event type settings, look for the Preferences tab. This is where you'll find various configuration options for how this event type behaves, including the calendar event name setting.
4. Customize Your Calendar Event Name
You'll see a field labeled Calendar Event Name. This is where you define how meetings of this type will appear in calendars. You can enter plain text, dynamic values, or a combination of both.
If you leave this field blank, the system will use a default event name format. But when you add your own custom value, that's what will appear on the calendar for every booking of this event type.
5. Add Dynamic Values
To make your event name personalized and informative, incorporate dynamic values. These are special codes that get replaced with actual booking information when a meeting is scheduled.
Dynamic values are formatted in a specific way that the system recognizes and processes. You can mix plain text with multiple dynamic values to create exactly the format you need.
6. Save Your Changes
Once you've crafted your calendar event name template, save the event type settings. From that point forward, all new bookings of this event type will use your custom naming convention in the calendar invitations sent to attendees.
Novacal is built on the principle that small details create big differences in how you work. Calendar event name might seem minor, but when you're managing dozens or hundreds of meetings, clarity compounds. Every event title you customize saves time, reduces confusion, and creates a more professional experience for everyone involved.
Whether you're a solo professional juggling multiple client types or a team coordinating complex schedules across departments, having control over your calendar event name means your schedule works for you instead of against you.