Create new calendar in project 2007

A blast from the past! Creating a new calendar in Microsoft Project 2007 is a bit more involved than in newer versions, but I'll guide you through the process.

Prerequisites:

1. Microsoft Project 2007 installed on your computer.
2. Familiarity with the Project interface and basic calendar concepts.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Open Microsoft Project 2007: Launch Project 2007 and create a new project by clicking on "File" > "New" > "Blank Project".
2. Create a new calendar: In the "Project Information" dialog box, click on the "Calendar" button.
3. Calendar dialog box: In the "Calendar" dialog box, click on the "New" button to create a new calendar.
4. Calendar name and description: Enter a name and description for your new calendar. This will help you identify the calendar later.
5. Calendar settings: In the "Calendar settings" section, you can set the following:
   • Start date: The start date of your calendar.
   • End date: The end date of your calendar.
   • Workdays: Specify which days of the week are considered workdays.
   • Work hours: Specify the start and end times of your workday.
6. Holiday settings: In the "Holiday settings" section, you can add holidays to your calendar. Click on the "New" button to add a holiday.
   • Holiday date: Enter the date of the holiday.
   • Holiday name: Enter a name for the holiday.
7. Save the calendar: Click "OK" to save the new calendar.

Using the new calendar in your project:

1. Apply the new calendar to a task: Select a task in your project and go to the "Task" tab in the ribbon.
2. Calendar dropdown: Click on the "Calendar" dropdown menu and select your new calendar from the list.
3. Task calendar: The task will now use the new calendar you created.

That's it! You have successfully created a new calendar in Microsoft Project 2007.