Proximity

Meaning

Next to

Try to place in descending order of preference: 1) in adjacent seats, 2) on the same table, 3) on a nearby table.

Near to

The same as Next to, but not as strongly weighted (Next to gets priority).

Near not next to

Try to place in descending order of preference: 1) on the same table, but not at adjacent seats, 2) on a nearby table.

Neutral

It isn’t important where these guests are placed relative to each other.

Not Next to

The same as Not near to, but not as strongly weighted (Not near to gets priority).

Not Near to

Try to place in descending order of preference: 1) on a different table that isn’t nearby, 2) on a different table.

Professional edition only

You can also set proximity rules for custom fields of type Selection or Yes/No. E.g. to put guests of particular types or categories together or apart.