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title: "Waitlist Bubbles | SpotOn Reserve Host App"
canonical: "https://help.spoton.com/space/SK/1361871080/Waitlist%20Bubbles%20%7C%20SpotOn%20Reserve%20Host%20App"
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## **Overview**
Waitlist Bubbles in the SpotOn Reserve Host App provide a quick, visual snapshot of each party on the waitlist. Each bubble displays key guest and table information to help hosts manage seating efficiently and accurately.
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## **Information**
The **Waitlist Bubbles** are orange and contain the following details:
### **Party Size**
- Displayed in **White** at the **Bottom-left**
- Indicates the total number of guests in the party
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### **Arrival Time**
- Displayed in **Black** at the **Upper- left **
- Shows when the party was added to the waitlist or checked in
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### **Suggested Table**
- Displayed as an **orange number** between the Arrival Time and Time Quoted
- Represents the system’s recommended table for seating the party
- If the number is **red**, this indicates an **Assigned Table**
- A **yellow circle with an exclamation point** means:
- No table has been suggested or assigned
- This may lead to inaccurate wait times or potential overbooking
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### **Time Waited / Time Quoted**
- Displayed in a **green circle** at the **top-right**
- Shows how long the party has been waiting compared to the quoted wait time
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### **Notes Icon**
- Located directly below the Party Size
- Indicates that **notes are available** for this guest
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### **Guest Name**
- Displayed in **white text** inside the bubble at the **top-center**
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### ** Status Icons**
- Displayed on the **right side** of the bubble
- May show:
- One of the following status indicators:
- **Checked In**
- **Partially Arrived**
- **Waiting in Bar**
- Status can be updated by **pressing and holding** the waitlist bubble
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### **Party Flags**
- Up to **three flags** can be displayed per party
- Examples include:
- Birthday
- Children in party
- VIP guest
- Flags provide quick context to improve the guest experience
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## **FAQs**
**Q: What does a red table number mean?**
A: A red number indicates that a table has been manually assigned to the party.
**Q: What does the yellow warning icon mean?**
A: It means no table has been suggested or assigned, which may result in inaccurate wait times or overbooking.
**Q: Can I change a guest’s status from the bubble?**
A: Yes, press and hold the waitlist bubble to update the guest’s status.
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## **Tips**
- **Tip:** Always review bubbles with a **yellow warning icon** to avoid seating conflicts
- **Tip:** Use **Party Flags** to personalize the guest experience and prioritize special occasions
- **Tip:** Keep statuses updated (Checked In, Waiting in Bar, etc.) for more accurate table management
- **Tip:** Monitor the **Time Waited vs. Time Quoted** to maintain accurate expectations
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## **Related Articles**
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- [Confirming Reservations | SpotOn Reserve Host App](https://help.spoton.com/space/SK/1284081339/Confirming+Reservations+%7C+SpotOn+Reserve+Host+App)
- [Restore a Canceled Guest to the Waitlist | SpotOn Reserve Host App](https://help.spoton.com/space/SK/1366425672/Restore+a+Canceled+Guest+to+the+Waitlist+%7C+SpotOn+Reserve+Host+App)
- [Guest Search | SpotOn Reserve Host App](https://help.spoton.com/space/SK/1366295933/Guest+Search+%7C+SpotOn+Reserve+Host+App)