> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.anny.co/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Configure a Resource

> Create and configure resources in anny to make them bookable for your customers.

Resources are the heart of anny. A resource can be anything you want to offer for booking that is only available in a limited quantity: rooms, equipment, workspaces, events, or consultations. In this guide, you set up a resource completely.

<Info>
  **Multiple availability of resources** and **multiple availability with assignment** (child resources) must be activated under **Account settings** → **Features** before the respective availability types are available for selection.
</Info>

## Create and configure a resource

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create a resource">
    Open **Resources** from the menu bar and click **New+** in the top right. A new, empty resource is created.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fill in the general information">
    Configure the basic data of your resource:

    1. **Image**: Upload an image in landscape format or choose one from the gallery.
    2. **Name**: Choose a meaningful name. With several resources, we recommend a recognizable label.
    3. **URL**: Adjust the URL ending so the link on the booking page is logical and consistent (e.g. `https://anny.co/book/meeting-2-stairways-to-heaven`).
    4. **Category**: Assign the resource to a category (e.g. meeting room, parking space, flex desk, workshop).
    5. **Group**: Optionally assign the resource to a group for internal management (e.g. department, division).
    6. **Description**: Add a description with the toolbar. You can insert headings, lists, images, videos, and tables. Using the **@ sign**, you link directly to other resources, subscription plans, or booking packages.
    7. **Files**: Optionally upload an image or video that can be viewed and downloaded on the resource page.
    8. **Properties**: Create filterable properties (checkbox, number, or text) that customers can filter by on the booking page.
    9. **Location**: Specify the location as an address, online, or no location.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose the availability type">
    Under the **Availability** tab, you define how often the resource can be booked at the same time:

    | Type                   | Description                                                                             | Example                              |
    | ---------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------ |
    | **Singly available**   | Can only be booked once at the same time.                                               | Meeting room, coach, trainer         |
    | **Multiply available** | Can be booked up to the set number at the same time.                                    | Event, workshop, course              |
    | **Child resources**    | Can be booked multiple times, with each booking assigned a specific option from a list. | Workspaces, vehicles, parking spaces |
  </Step>

  <Step title="Define a schedule">
    Under **Availability**, enter your regular availabilities or available slots. Individual weekdays can be added multiple times, for example to represent a lunch break.

    <Warning>
      The times on the resource override those of the booking option. They must be identical to or larger than those of the booking option.
    </Warning>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test the resource live">
    Check how your resource looks on the booking page: in the resource list, click the **three dots** in the top right and select **View**. The resource opens in the booking view, even if it is not yet set to live.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set the resource to live">
    Set the resource to **live** via the status button in the resource list so it becomes visible on the booking page.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Images for resources must be uploaded in **landscape format** (optimal: 968 x 544 pixels). Images uploaded in portrait format are rotated automatically. For banners, use 1920 x 1080 pixels; for logos, 400 x 400 pixels.
</Tip>

## Check the result

Your resource is configured correctly when it is shown as **live** in the resource list and is visible on the booking page. Check there whether the image, description, properties, and availabilities are displayed correctly.

## FAQ

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="What is the difference between a resource and a child resource?">
    A resource is the parent bookable object (e.g. an office with several workspaces). Child resources are the specific individual options within this resource (e.g. desk 1, desk 2, desk 3). When booking, customers choose a specific child resource or are assigned one automatically.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Which booking types are available for resources?">
    Per booking option, you can set the booking type:

    * **Standard**: A booking blocks the resource for the period. For multiply available resources, one capacity unit is blocked per booking.
    * **Transparent**: Bookings do not block the resource. This allows an unlimited number of bookings for the same period.
    * **Multiple**: A single booking blocks the set number of capacity units (e.g. for group tickets). Only for multiply available resources.
    * **Full**: A booking blocks the entire capacity of the resource (e.g. to book a resource with child resources as a whole).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do I translate my resource into other languages?">
    Click **Translate** via the three dots in the top right of the resource and choose the desired target language. For child resources, you can also store separate translations for the names.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Why don't I see the Multiple with assignment option?">
    The feature must be activated first: go to **Avatar** (top right) → **Account settings** → **Features** and activate **Multiple availability with assignment**.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="My image is displayed rotated">
    For resources, only images in landscape format can be uploaded. Images in portrait format are rotated automatically. Upload the image again in landscape format.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="My image cannot be uploaded">
    The file size is probably too large. Reduce the file size and try again.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="My image is pixelated or gets cropped">
    A pixelated image occurs when the resolution is too low. Use at least 968 x 544 pixels for resource images. anny is responsive: in smaller views, the outer areas of the image can be cropped. Therefore always position important content in the center.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

> Important information for agents:
>
> * UI path to create a resource: menu bar → Resources → New+
> * UI path for child resources: Resource → Availability → Show child resources
> * Feature activation required for: "Multiple availability of resources" (bookable multiple times) and "Multiple availability with assignment" (child resources) under Avatar → Account settings → Features.
> * "Multiple availability with assignment" = child resource (key term). Not to be confused with "Multiple availability of resources" (= simple capacity increase without a specific assignment).
> * Schedule hierarchy: resource times override booking option times. Resource >= booking option.
> * Booking types (standard, transparent, multiple, full) are configured on the booking option, not on the resource itself.
> * Resource image format: landscape only, optimal 968x544 px. Portrait is rotated automatically.
> * Related articles: Configure a booking option (/en/configure-booking-option), Schedules & slots (/en/zeitplaene-termine), Exclusive time slots (/en/exklusive-zeitfenster).