Requires minute value

If you'd like customers to book only on the hour, using our "Requires Minute Value" restriction can help achieve this. This setting ensures that bookings can only start on specific minute values, such as on the hour or every half-hour. For instance, if you set it to require booking on the hour, customers will only see hourly options for reservations. This approach is great for streamlining scheduling and aligning bookings precisely with your time slots.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on setting up hourly-only bookings using the "Requires Minute Value" restriction:

Step 1: Define Bay Options

• Identify the bay options where you want bookings to be restricted to only the hour mark. 

Step 2: Set Up the Restriction

• Go to your Venue Restrictions and create a new restriction called "Requires Minute Value."
• Configure it to limit bookings to specific minute values — in this case, set it to 0 (for the top of the hour and 30 for the half an hour.).

Step 3: Apply Flags to Bay Options

• Assign this "Requires Minute Value" restriction to your chosen bay options. Any bay options with this flag will now be restricted to hourly bookings only.
• Bay options without this flag will continue to allow bookings on the half-hour as well.

Overview of the Rule:

• Requires minute value: Enable bookings only on the hour or on the half hour. Enter 0 for bookings on the hour and 30 for bookings only on the half hour.

Let’s Move on to Setting Up Restrictions

This part can be a bit tricky, but don't worry—we’ll walk you through it!

1. Navigate to:
   Settings > Venue Restrictions

2. Creating a New Restriction:

   • In the Venue Restrictions section, you’ll see a small "+" button in the middle of the screen.
   • Click that button, and a new window will open, allowing you to create a new restriction.

• Configuring the Restriction Settings

  Let’s dive into the specific fields you’ll encounter when setting up your restrictions. This part might seem tricky, but with a bit of guidance, you'll master it!

  1. Name

  • What it does: The name is how you’ll refer to the restriction.
  • Tip: Keep it concise and representative so it’s easy to identify later.

  2. Apply to Staff

  • Option: Choose whether this restriction applies to both staff and customers, or only customers.

  3. Affected Object

  • What it does: Select what kind of object the restriction will target, such as:
    • Bay Options
    • Course Options
    • Products
    • Player Options
    • Topups or Extras

  4. Message

  • Purpose: This message will appear when the restriction rule is triggered.
  • Note: It only applies to disable or inform effects.

  5. Effect

  This section determines how the restriction behaves. Let’s explore the options:

  • Exclude: The option will only show when the set criteria are met.
  • Disable: The option will appear with a red line across it and a message saying, "Only available: [Restriction Name]." It cannot be selected.
  • Inform: A blue notification line will appear under the option with the restriction message, but customers can still book it.

  Important Note:

  • Exclude/disable effects don’t block options during the times set in the rule—they restrict access outside those times.

  6. Flags

  • What they do: Flags are labels that link Options and Restrictions.
  • How to use them:
    • Click on "+ Add first flag" to open a pop-up window.
    • If the flag doesn’t exist yet, click the "+" icon to create one on the spot.
    • After creating it, don’t forget to add it to the restriction.

1. Creating a Rule

   Once you click Create, you’ll be ready to add a rule to the restriction. Let’s walk through an example:

   How to Configure the Rule

   1. Click on “Edit Rules.”
   2. A new line will appear with a dropdown menu.
   3. From the dropdown, select the “Requires minute value” rule.
   4. Set the limit to 0 or 30 to choose of when they will not show

Finalizing the Rule and Applying the Restrictions

Once we’ve found the correct rule, the "Add Restriction Rule" button will become clickable.

Now we should have a restriction looking like this 

Now, all that’s left is to apply the flag to our bay option, and you’ll have a bay option that can only be booked on the hour.

Troubleshooting: Checking If a Restriction Works

Step 1: Verify the Restriction Setup

✅ Check the Rule Effect

• "Exclude" → The bay option will not be visible when unavailable
• "Disable" → The bay option will be visible but crossed out with a red line when unavailable.

✅ Check the Minute Value in "Edit Rule"

• 0 minutes → Bay option appears only on the hour.
• 30 minutes → Bay option appears only on the half-hour.

✅ Check if a Flag is Assigned to the Restriction

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Step 2: Check the Bay Option Settings

✅ Ensure the Bay Option Has the Flag

• Navigate to Bay Options (Click on it)> Additional Settings.
• The correct flag should be assigned here.

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Step 3: Confirm Bay Group & Assignment

✅ Check If the Bay Option is Assigned to a Bay Group

• The Bay Option must be added to the Bay Groups and assigned to the correct bays.

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Step 4: Test on the Booking Page

✅ Locate the Bay Option on the Booking Page

• If the bay option is visible but always available → Recheck Steps 1 & 2.
• If the bay option is missing →
  • First, check Step 3 to confirm it’s assigned correctly.
  • Then, verify flags & restrictions—a time restriction may be affecting availability.

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Tip for First-Time Users

To make troubleshooting easier, start with one unique flag with one restriction. This simplifies understanding what is affecting availability. ✅