Virtual Objects on Reservations

1. Introduction to Virtual Objects 0:01

• Learn about virtual objects in Time-Added Core.
• Definition: Virtual objects serve as placeholders or substitutes for real objects that will be confirmed later.

2. When to Use Virtual Objects 0:19

• Situations requiring reservations without confirmed objects:
  • Example 1: Scheduling a specific room (e.g., large meeting room) while waiting for the central team to allocate it.
  • Example 2: Teacher's name is unknown due to vacancy.

3. Identifying Virtual Objects 0:55

• How to find virtual objects when creating a reservation:
  • They will be displayed in italics.
  • Search by name if known.
  • Filter the object list to show only virtual objects.

4. Types of Virtual Objects 1:20

• There are two types of virtual objects:
  • Virtual Abstract Objects:
    • Can be included in reservations for the same day and time.
    • Function like abstract objects.
  • Virtual Standard Objects:
    • Act like physical objects in reservations.
    • Cannot be booked for the same date and time.

5. Finding Reservations with Virtual Objects 1:56

• To locate reservations containing virtual objects:
  • Go to your reservation list and use the selection list.
  • Filter by status 'incomplete' to find reservations that are pending until a real object replaces the virtual one.

6. Creating a Virtual Object 2:21

• Steps to create a virtual object:
  • Highlight the object type in the selection list.
  • Right-click and select 'create a new object.'
  • Choose 'virtual' from the drop-down menu to create the new item.
  • Alternatively, copy an existing object to create a virtual object.

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• Moving on from CMIS
• Moving on from TechOne
• Moving on from Semestry
• Making a Reservation
• Changing objects on reservations
• Moving reservations
• Cancelling and restoring reservations
• Using the Reservation List
• Virtual objects on Reservations
• Reservation Modes, Data and Conflict Control
• Understanding the colours in Core
• Creating Views in Core
• The Waiting List, Conflict List and Request List