## BIB Series Assignment — Help Guide

This guide explains every function, option, and workflow in the bib_assign.php panel for managing BIB number series.

Introduction
The BIB Series Assignment panel lets you create, edit, and manage BIB number series for event participants. Use this guide to understand all features and resolve common questions.
Table of Contents

#### Panel Overview

- Create and manage BIB number series for each event.
- Define number ranges, exclude or add specific numbers, and assign a color to each series.
- Prevent number conflicts between series.
- Edit or delete existing series as needed.

#### Event Selection

- Select the event you want to manage BIB series for using the dropdown.
- All BIB series are event-specific.

#### Create New BIB Series

- Series Name: Give your series a descriptive name (e.g., Elite, Juniors).
- Start/End Number: Define the main range of BIB numbers for this series.
- Missing Numbers: (Optional) Comma-separated list of numbers to exclude from the range.
- Additional Numbers: (Optional) Comma-separated list of extra numbers to include outside the main range.
- Color: Assign a color for easy identification (choose from presets, use the color picker, or enter a hex code).
- Conflicts with existing series are detected and shown before creation. You can force creation if needed.

#### Series Color Selection

- Pick a color using quick-select buttons, the color picker, or by entering a hex code.
- The color is used for visual grouping and printing.
- Preview the color before saving.

#### Existing BIB Series

- View all BIB series for the selected event in a table.
- See the name, range, missing/additional numbers, color, and total numbers for each series.
- Edit or delete series using the action buttons.
- Deleting a series is permanent and cannot be undone.

#### FAQ

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The system checks for conflicts and warns you before creating a new series. You can force creation if you want to allow overlaps, but this is not recommended.

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Yes, use the edit or delete buttons in the Existing BIB Series table. Deleting is permanent.

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Colors help visually group and identify BIB series, especially for printing and quick reference.

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This is possible if you force creation, but it is not recommended as it can cause confusion in assignments and results.

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Use the print/export features in the event dashboard or participant assignment panels. This panel is for series management only.

#### Troubleshooting

- Cannot create series: Check for number conflicts or missing required fields.
- Color not saving: Make sure the color code is valid (e.g., #000000).
- Numbers not appearing as expected: Review missing/additional numbers and the range.
- Deleted series still visible: Refresh the page to update the table.