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title: "Create Schedules in Pterodactyl"
description: "Set up Pterodactyl schedules in the FPS.ms panel to automate server commands, restarts, and shutdowns with cron. Step-by-step guide."
url: https://fps.ms/docs/getting-started/creating-schedules
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# Creating Schedules

Schedules are a unique and powerful capability within Pterodactyl. They enable you to seamlessly automate various tasks, such as executing commands, managing shutdowns or restarts, and much more. This functionality is achieved through the utilization of cron jobs, allowing you to precisely time and control these actions.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to set up schedules in FPS.ms to enhance your user experience:

1. Navigate to the FPS panel at [https://panel.fps.ms](https://panel.fps.ms).
2. Choose your server and navigate to the **Schedules** tab.
3. Click the **Create schedule** button.
4. Assign a name to your schedule.
5. To simplify schedule timing, consider using [CronTab Guru](https://crontab.guru/).
6. Create the schedule.
7. Once the schedule is created, select it.
8. To add a new task, click the **New Task** button.
9. Now, choose your command or power action.
10. Press **Create task** and enjoy!

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