# How to create a one-time availability

**For:** Manager
**You'll need:** A person.

A one-time availability covers a single window with no repetition.

## Open the create form

1. Go to **Planning → Availability** and click **'Add availability'** (or use {doc}`quick-create-a-one-time-availability`).

## Fill in the block

1. Pick the **'Person'**.
2. Choose the **'Type'** — **'Available'**.
3. Set the start date and time.
4. Set the end date and time.
5. Leave **'Recurring'** unticked.

## Save

1. Click **'Save'**.

## Verify it worked

The block shows on the calendar and in the list with type **'One-time availability'**.

## Related

- {doc}`create-a-recurring-availability`
- {doc}`create-an-unavailable-block`