Running a busy salon, spa, or barber shop means every second counts. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a game-changing update to Shortcuts Fusion. The Appointment Touch Tip window, that appears when you click on appointments in your appointment book, has been completely redesigned to work better for busy hair and beauty professionals.

The new Appointment Touch Tip isn’t just a visual refresh. This is a complete reimagining of how this functionality should work. Whether you’re managing a hair salon, beauty clinic, or spa, the enhanced Touch Tip offers an intuitive experience that modern salon owners like you deserve from their salon management software.

Cleaner, and easier design. See what you need when you need it!

The heart of great salon management software lies in its ability to present critical information clearly and instantly. Our redesigned Appointment Touch Tip does exactly that, transforming the experience from multiple clicks to streamlined clarity.

Visual intelligence at work. Building on our already robust appointment management system, the redesigned window maximises the available space even further, allowing you to see more appointment information at a glance without sacrificing detail. This enhancement means even faster access to information and more time focusing on what matters most – delivering exceptional service to your clients.

Icons that speak louder than words. We’ve enhanced our alert system with even more intuitive icons throughout the appointment touch tip window that catch your eye instantly. Whether it’s a client allergy, special request, or important note, you’ll spot critical information even more quickly in our new Touch Tip. This visual enhancement builds on our existing safety features, making busy salon environments even more efficient.

Status Clarity Like Never Before. The enhanced display within the Appointment Touch Tip window means you can instantly understand where each client is in their service journey, and which step is next. No more guessing, no more double-checking what the next step is. Just clear, immediate visibility of appointment statuses that keeps your entire team aligned and your salon running smoothly.

Move to the next status with one click

Efficiency in salon software isn’t just about looking good, it’s about working smarter. Our new one-click status updates transform appointment management from a multi-step process into a single, satisfying tap.

Adaptive buttons depending on appointment status. Our new status button on the Touch Tip adapts to each appointment’s current state, always showing you the most logical next step. Checking a client in? The button knows. Ready to start their service? One tap does it all. This intelligent design eliminates guesswork, removes the need to use another menu, and speeds up your workflow dramatically.

Complete status flexibility. Sometimes salon life doesn’t follow a linear path, and neither should your salon management software. Need to move an appointment backwards? Skip ahead a couple of steps? Our enhanced status system still gives you complete control, ensuring your appointment records always reflect reality. 

Accuracy under pressure. Busy periods are when mistakes happen most often. The simplified status system ensures your appointment tracking stays accurate even during your busiest hours. When your team can update statuses quickly and confidently, there’s less confusion, better communication, and smoother operations all around.

Simplified navigation

The best salon software disappears into the background, letting you focus on your clients rather than fighting with technology. Our enhanced Touch Tip design puts essential information and controls exactly where you and your team need them.

Everything in one place. We’ve consolidated appointment information into the redesigned Touch Tip window, dramatically reducing the need to hunt through multiple screens or tabs. Client details, service information, status options, it’s all right there in the pop-up when you need it, creating a more efficient workflow that saves precious time during a full appointment book.

Tab-free experience. No more clicking between tabs to find appointment details. The redesigned window presents all essential information in a single, comprehensive pop-up view. This means faster check-ins, quicker status updates, and more time spent with clients instead of navigating through different sections. We also have plans to add even more functionality into the Touch Tip. Coming soon!

Everything where you expect it. Every element has been positioned based on real salon workflows and how you naturally work. The result is a Touch Tip that feels familiar and logical, reducing training time for new staff and increasing efficiency for seasoned Shortcuts users.

Why this update matters

This isn’t just another software update, it’s a fundamental improvement to how you manage your salon, spa, or barber shop. The enhanced appointment Touch Tip addresses real challenges faced by busy beauty professionals every day. When you click on an appointment in your booking system, you get instant access to everything you need at a glance.

Better appointment management leads to improved client experience, reduced wait times, and increased operational efficiency. When your salon software works seamlessly, your team can focus entirely on delivering the exceptional service that keeps clients coming back.

Whether you’re running a high-volume hair salon, an intimate beauty clinic, or a busy barber shop, these improvements will tighten your daily operations and reduce the friction that can slow down your business during peak times. And this is just the beginning.

We have exciting new functionality coming to the Touch Tip that will make your salon management even more powerful. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements! Read our knowledge base article to learn more.