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# Assign a work order in the Scheduler

Assign an unplanned work order to an employee.

Assign a work order in the **Scheduler** when you want to place work on an employee schedule.

This is the fastest way to turn unassigned work into planned work.

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

### Open the Scheduler

Go to **Scheduler** in the left menu.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Find the work order

Locate the work order in the unassigned section.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Drag the work order

Click and drag the work order to the right employee.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Drop it on the right time

Place it on the correct date and time slot.

The work order is now assigned.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

### Frequently asked questions

<details>

<summary>Can I assign more than one employee?</summary>

Yes.

That depends on your planning setup.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Do I need to open the work order first?</summary>

No.

You can assign it directly from the planning view.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I plan an inactive or unlicensed employee?</summary>

No.

Only active, licensed employees appear as planning lanes and can be assigned work.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I use a placeholder name without a license?</summary>

Yes.

Plan the work order to a group lane instead of an employee, then assign the employee later.

</details>

### Related topics

* [**Scheduler**](/backoffice/backoffice/scheduler.md)
* [**Work Orders**](/backoffice/backoffice/work-orders.md)
* [**Plan work to a group**](/backoffice/backoffice/scheduler/plan-work-to-a-group.md)


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