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Sales, categories and inventory

Understand how sales categories, normal sales, and Sell from inventory work together.

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Sales categories explained Understand what sales categories are and why they matter.

Sales category versus inventory item Learn the difference between a report category and a stock item.

Using sales categories with Sell from inventory Use categories and inventory together without confusion.

When to use a normal sale instead of Sell from inventory Choose the right sales method depending on whether stock should reduce.

Example: mini-mart using categories and inventory A practical example for shops and kiosks.

Example: salon using sales categories A practical example for salons and service businesses.

Example: garage using sales categories and inventory A practical example for mechanics and repair businesses.

Example: food seller using categories and inventory A practical example for food stalls, cafes, and small restaurants.

How categories improve your reports Use categories to understand where your money comes from.

Keep your sales categories simple Avoid creating too many categories that make reports harder to read.

Common mistake: using inventory items as categories Avoid mixing up products and report categories.

Best practice: review categories once a month Improve your categories as your business grows.