How to Change Google Calendar Colors

Have you ever felt like your Google Calendar needed a personal touch? If the default colors don't quite match your preferences, the good news is that you can customize your Google Calendar with colors that resonate with you!‍

In this article, you’ll learn the importance of changing Google Calendar colors and how to change them from your desktop, iPhone, or Android devices.

Why You Want to Change Calendar Colors

Changing your calendar's colors isn't just for aesthetics; it also helps you organize and identify your commitments by assigning different colors to specific events or categories.

How to Change Google Calendar Colors

No matter what device you’re using, changing your Google Calendar colors is super simple. For example, a trekking company that organizes hikes along such well-known routes as the Fishermans trail, and others, claim that using Google Calendar colors made it more manageable for them to organize their schedules. Here's a short guide on how to change colors for desktop, iPhone, Android, and tablet to successfully color code your Google Calendar.

How to change Google Calendar colors on desktop

1. Open the Google Calendar web app from your preferred browser.
2. From the left panel, locate the calendar you want to modify.
3. Click the three dots next to the calendar's name.

4. From the drop-down menu, select a color.

How to change Google Calendar colors on iPhone

1. Open the Google Calendar mobile app.
2. Tap the three horizontal lines on the top left.
   

3. Tap ‘Settings,' then tap the calendar you want to change.

4. Tap the color name at the top.

5. Select the color you want.

How to change Google Calendar colors on Android

1. Open the Google Calendar mobile app.
2. Tap the three horizontal lines on the top left corner.

3. Select 'Settings,' then tap the calendar you want to change.

4. Tap 'Color', then pick your preferred color from the available options.

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How to change Google Calendar colors on your tablet

1. Open the Google Calendar app from your tablet.
2. Tap the three horizontal lines on the top left.
3. Select 'Settings,' then tap the calendar you want to change.
4. Tap 'Color' and select your preferred color.

How to Add More Colors to Google Calendar

If you’re using a desktop, you can choose a custom color for your calendar.  However, it's important to note that this customization applies only to calendars, not individual events.

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Click the three dots next to the calendar's name to add more colors to your Google Calendar.

From the drop-down menu, click the plus symbol (+). Select a custom color you want and hit ‘Save.’

How to Use Color Labels to Change Event Color

To use color labels for your Google Calendar events, click an event from your calendar and click the edit button shown below.

Click the button shown below to change the event color.

After that, hit ‘Save’ on the upper right.

How Do I Change the Colors of A Recurring Google Event?

To change the color of a recurring Google event, click on the event from your calendar and click the edit button below.

After that, click the button shown below to change the color of the recurring event.

Hit ‘Save’.

How Do I Change the Color Theme on My Google Calendar?

Google Calendar doesn't allow full customization of the entire interface's color theme, but you can explore various Chrome extensions or browser themes to suit your taste.

5 Color Themes to Consider for Your Google Calendar

A well-chosen color theme can improve how you organize your schedule. Here are five theme ideas to consider:

1. Pastel Theme: Soft Google Calendar pastel colors offer gentle hues that are easy on the eyes. This theme helps you stay organized without overwhelming your senses.

2. Corporate Theme: Use a specific Google Calendar color code for each work-related category to help you distinguish meetings, deadlines, and projects. Strong and bold colors not only make your schedule clear but also add a professional touch.

3. Seasonal Theme: You can match the changing seasons with a Google Calendar color scheme that matches the time of the year. For example, use warm shades during autumn or vibrant colors for the summer. This theme allows you to adapt the Google Calendar color palette to reflect the mood of each season.

4. Monochrome Theme: A minimalist black-and-white or grayscale color palette offers a sleek and professional appearance if you prefer a classic look for your Google Calendar.

5. Wellness Theme: If you manage health or self-care routines, consider using color palettes with blue and green.

Does Changing the Color of an Event in a Shared Calendar Change It For Everyone?

No. When you change the color of an event in a shared calendar, it only affects your view, not the views of others who have access to the calendar. 

This personal calendar view allows you to have your own distinct color scheme that works best for you. It's a great design feature that keeps your personal preferences private, even in a collaborative setting.

How to Change the Color of Multiple Events on Google Calendar

When you modify the color of a specific calendar, all the events in it will automatically reflect the new shade. If you want to change colors for several events simultaneously, they must be under the same calendar.

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Organizational Tips for Calendars And Calls

Customizing your Google Calendar with color-coded events is just one step in creating a better scheduling system, but what about those important calls and meetings?

Here are five essential tips to help you better organize your calendars and calls:

1. Use filters and search: Use Google Calendar's search and filtering options to find specific events or dates quickly.
2. Transcribe and summarize meetings: With Tactiq's tool for Google Meet, you can easily summarize lengthy meetings using its built-in ChatGPT functionalities.

3. Manage Google Meet recordings: Keep your recordings organized by understanding where they are stored and how to find them quickly.
4. Set timely reminders: Use reminders in your calendar to make sure you never miss an important call or deadline.
5. Sync across devices: Make your Google Calendar and any other important apps you use available on all devices for easy access and scheduling.

By implementing these simple tips, you can bring a new level of organization and convenience to your professional life.

Keep All Your Meetings on Track

Tactiq easily connects with Google Meet by transcribing conversations in real time. You can receive automated meeting summaries and action items while having the flexibility to ask questions about specific details within your Google Meet transcripts with its AI tool.

To capture the most important parts of your Google Meet calls, download Tactiq’s AI tool here.

More Resources

If you want to learn how to set working hours in Google Calendar, check out our guide here: How to Set Working Hours in Google Calendar

If you want to learn how to cancel a Google Calendar event, take a look at his guide: How to Cancel a Google Calendar Event

If you want to install Tactiq’s Google Calendar add-on, click here: Tactiq Google Calendar add-on

If you want to learn more about Google Calendar, check out our list of relevant articles here: Google Calendar