How to Add Chinese Holidays to Apple Calendar
Chinese holidays are an important part of Chinese culture and history, and it’s essential for those who celebrate or have an interest in Chinese culture to be able to mark these dates on their calendars. Apple Calendar is a versatile and user-friendly tool that allows you to add events and holidays from various cultures. In this article, we will guide you through the process of adding Chinese holidays to your Apple Calendar.
Step 1: Open Apple Calendar
To begin, open the Apple Calendar app on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad. If you haven’t already set up a calendar, you’ll need to create one first. Go to File > New > Calendar to create a new calendar and name it “Chinese Holidays.”
Step 2: Access the Calendar Settings
Next, click on the gear icon in the lower-left corner of the calendar window to access the Calendar Settings. This will open a new window with various options for customizing your calendar.
Step 3: Add a Chinese Calendar
In the Calendar Settings window, scroll down to the “Add Calendar” section and click on “Other.” From the list of available calendars, select “Internet Calendar” and then choose “Subscribe to Calendar.”
Step 4: Enter the Chinese Calendar URL
In the “Calendar URL” field, enter the following URL: webcal://ical calendars.com/ical/zhongguo-nian-hui. This URL will provide you with the Chinese holidays for the current year. Once you’ve entered the URL, click “Subscribe.”
Step 5: Confirm the Subscription
A new window will appear asking you to confirm the subscription. You can choose to have the calendar update automatically or manually. To have it update automatically, check the box next to “Automatically refresh this calendar.” Click “Subscribe” to add the Chinese holidays to your calendar.
Step 6: View the Chinese Holidays
Now that you’ve added the Chinese holidays to your Apple Calendar, you can view them by selecting the “Chinese Holidays” calendar from the list of calendars on the left side of the calendar window. The holidays will be displayed on the calendar along with their dates.
Step 7: Customize the Calendar
If you wish to customize the appearance of the Chinese holidays, you can do so by right-clicking on the holiday event and selecting “Edit Event.” From here, you can change the event’s color, add a description, or set a reminder.
By following these simple steps, you can easily add Chinese holidays to your Apple Calendar and stay informed about important dates in Chinese culture. Celebrate and honor these holidays with your friends and family, and enjoy the convenience of having them marked on your calendar.
