call-times
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How to attach state-specific call times to a Call Time definition
State Call Time Definitions let you override the default calling window for leads in specific states, so VICIdial automatically respects narrower state-level restrictions. This guide covers creating a State Call Time and linking it to a Call Time definition.
Read postHow to add a Call Time Holiday in VICIdial
Adding a Call Time Holiday in VICIdial takes a few minutes but requires careful attention to status and the inbound method. This step-by-step guide covers every field and the two-step process to attach the holiday to a Call Time.
Read postWhat Call Time Holidays are and when to use them
Call Time Holidays are one-day (or partial-day) rules attached to a Call Time definition that reroute inbound calls to an After Hours option during a named holiday. This post explains the feature, its fields, and when it makes sense to use it.
Read postHow to add a new Call Time definition in VICIdial
This post walks through every field on the Add New Call Time screen in VICIdial, with practical guidance on naming, time-window values, and the permanent ID constraint you must plan for before saving.
Read postWhat ACTIVE, INACTIVE, and EXPIRED holiday status mean
VICIdial gives each Call Time Holiday one of three statuses — ACTIVE, INACTIVE, or EXPIRED — and only one of them actually triggers After Hours routing on the holiday date. Understanding the difference prevents costly misconfigurations.
Read postWhat a Call Time definition is in VICIdial
A Call Time definition sets the days and hours VICIdial is allowed to dial outbound leads or accept inbound calls, based on the customer's local time zone. This post explains every field and the core logic behind the feature.
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