Getting Started
Learn how to use iCal Studio and get up and running with our tools.
Welcome to iCal Studio! This guide will help you quickly get up and running with the tools available.
What is iCal Studio?
iCal Studio is a suite of tools for working with calendar data:
- CSV to iCal — Convert spreadsheet data into
.icscalendar files compatible with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, and any other standards-compliant calendar app. - Calendar Link Generator — Generate add-to-calendar links for Google, Outlook, Office 365, and Yahoo Calendar so you can share events with anyone.
CSV to iCal
The CSV to iCal tool converts your spreadsheet into a downloadable .ics file.
Required Columns
Your CSV file must include at minimum a Subject column (the event title) and a Start Date column.
| Column | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
Subject | ✅ | The event title |
Start Date | ✅ | Date the event begins |
Start Time | Optional | Time the event begins (omit for all-day events) |
End Date | Optional | Date the event ends (defaults to Start Date) |
End Time | Optional | Time the event ends |
Location | Optional | Physical or virtual location |
Description | Optional | Additional details about the event |
Supported Date Formats
YYYY-MM-DD(e.g.,2026-03-14)MM/DD/YYYY(e.g.,03/14/2026)DD-MM-YYYY(e.g.,14-03-2026)
Supported Delimiters
Commas (,), semicolons (;), tabs, and pipes (|) are all auto-detected.
Calendar Link Generator
The link generator creates a single URL that opens a pre-filled “Add to Calendar” dialog in the calendar app of your choice. Simply fill in the event details and copy the link for the calendar service you want.
