How do I create a seating chart?
Design your reception seating arrangement by assigning guests to tables.
Plan requirement: Pro plan
Short answer: Go to Planner > Seating to create tables, drag guests to assign seats, and finalize your layout.
Creating your seating chart
Go to Planner > Seating
Enter the number of tables you plan to have and click Continue
WedSites creates your tables and auto-assigns confirmed guests
Fine-tune the assignments by dragging guests between tables
You can also skip the auto-assignment and start with an empty table.
Adding more tables
Click Add table on the seating chart page
A new table appears — click its name to rename it
Assigning guests to tables
See unassigned guests in the sidebar on the right
Drag a guest to a table to assign them
Drag guests between tables to rearrange
Drag a guest back to the unassigned list to remove their assignment
Seating tips
Consider when seating:
- Keep families together
- Seat friends who know each other
- Consider dietary needs (near kitchen for special meals)
- Balance bride's and groom's guests
- Think about mobility needs
Exporting your seating chart
Download a CSV to share with your venue
Use the print view to print or save as PDF for your coordinator
Tips
Wait until RSVPs are mostly in before finalizing
Leave a few empty seats for last-minute changes
Show household members together
Consider sight lines to important moments
Have someone double-check for errors
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