How to Set a Reminder in iCal

Mac's iCal can help you keep your schedule organized, and can use alarms and reminders to make sure you don't miss any of your meetings. You can set an alarm with an iTunes music file, schedule a time when a specific program will open automatically, or even instruct your computer to email you a reminder before your event. You can even choose how long before the event you would like the computer to trigger the reminder. With iCal reminders, you don't have to be late ever again.

Instructions

1. Open iCal by clicking its icon on your dock. The icon resembles a daily calendar with today's date on it. If the icon is not on your dock, you can locate iCal by searching for it in spotlight.

2. Locate the date of the event you would like to set the reminder for.

3. Double-click the empty panel to add a new event. A new prompt will open.

4. Type in the name of the event. You can also change the scheduled time of the event in this screen.

5. Click the tab labeled "Alarm," then select the type of reminder you would like to set. Some options include an alarm linked to iTunes, an automatic email from your computer, or simply opening iCal at a specific time. You can then choose how long before the event you would like the reminder to go off.

6. Click "Done" to save the event and close the box.

References

• Mac101: iCal