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Creating a Product

Step-by-step instructions for creating a Product using the VanillaPOS Dashboard

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Written by Jon Manierre
Updated over 4 months ago

Creating a product in VanillaPOS allows you to sell goods or services directly through your POS terminal.

Follow the steps below to create a new product:

1. Navigate to the Products Tab

  • From the left-hand sidebar, click on Products.

  • Click Add New Product.

2. Enter Basic Product Details

In the pop-up modal:

  • Thumbnail/Image (optional): Upload an image of the product.

  • Product Name: Enter the name of the product.

  • Description (optional): Add a description for internal use.

  • Product Type: Select Good or Service.

3. Set Pricing

  • Price: Base price of the product.

  • Sale Price (optional): Overrides the base price if set.

  • Taxable: Enable this if the item is subject to sales tax.

  • Variable Price (optional):

    • Allows price to be set at checkout.

    • Define a Minimum Price and/or Maximum Price if needed.

4. Manage Inventory

  • Inventory Count: Enter the quantity available.

  • Or enable Infinite Availability for items without stock limits.

  • Note: Refunds do not automatically restock inventory.

5. Assign Tax Code & UPC (Optional)

  • Tax Code: Enter if needed for accounting or compliance.

  • UPC Code:

    • Auto-generate or enter a custom code.

    • Use this to print scannable barcodes for checkout.

    • Barcodes can be downloaded as a PDF and printed on stickers.

6. Save the Product

Click Save to add the product to your catalog. It will be immediately available for use in your terminal.

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