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Free Shift Schedule Planner
Create a rotating shift calendar, start with a common work pattern, and export it to Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.
Shift pattern templates
Popular shift patterns
Choose a common rotating shift schedule below. The planner opens with the cycle ready to review, so you can adjust the start date, edit exceptions, and export an ICS calendar when it matches your roster.
2-2-3 Panama shift schedule
Two work, two rest, three work, two rest, two work, three rest.
Open this pattern → 8-day cycle4-on-4-off shift schedule
Four work days followed by four rest days.
Open this pattern → 7-day cycle5-on-2-off work schedule
Five work days followed by two rest days.
Open this pattern → 28-day cycleDuPont 4-crew rotation
Four work, three rest, three work, one rest, three work, three rest, four work, seven rest.
Open this pattern →How to use the shift planner
- Choose the shift pattern closest to your roster.
- Set the correct start date and add any exceptions in the calendar.
- Export an ICS file for Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.
Shift planner questions
What is a 2-2-3 schedule?
It is a repeating 14-day work and rest cycle often called a Panama schedule. Confirm the exact rotation with your workplace before using it.
Can I use a 4-on-4-off schedule?
Yes. Open the 4-on-4-off template, set the first work date, and edit individual dates if your roster has swaps or leave.
What does the ICS export do?
It downloads calendar events that you can import into Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook, or another app that supports ICS files.