How to Add a Category in Inventory

How to Add a Category in Inventory

Streamlining Your Stock Organization

Learn to create a category in the Inventory model to better organize products, making it easier to manage and track items based on their type or use.


Steps:
  1. Navigate to the Zylu dashboard.

  2. Go to the main menu and click on the "Inventory" section.

  3. Select "Category."

  4. Click on the plus sign button at the bottom to add a new category.

  5. Choose an image for the category (e.g., for haircare, use a relevant image).

  6. Enter the category name (e.g., "Haircare").

  7. Click "Save" to create the new category.

  8. Repeat the process to create additional categories as needed for better inventory organization.

Notes:
  • Ensure the category name accurately reflects the type or use of products it will contain.

  • Double-check all information entered before saving to avoid errors in category creation.

  • Avoid creating duplicate categories to maintain a clear and organized inventory structure.

Tips for Efficiency:
  • Use consistent naming conventions for categories to facilitate easy navigation and search.

  • Regularly review and update categories to adapt to changes in product offerings or organization needs.

  • Train team members on how to create categories to distribute workload and improve inventory management efficiency.


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