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# Add New Products

> Step-by-step guide to adding a new product including details, units, flags, pickfaces, and warehouse routes.

This guide covers how to add a new product, including entering product details, unit measurements, warehouse routes, and more. Each section saves individually as you complete it.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to the products page">
    From the left-hand menu, click **Products**, then select **+ New**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter product information">
    Fill in the **Code**, **Description**, and **Product Type** (Single or Bill of Materials). The **Long Description** is optional. Click **Save** to continue.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add external system references (optional)">
    You can add up to three external references. These are not required and will not affect the product if left blank.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add accounts">
    Associate multiple accounts with the product by adding the relevant account codes.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure unit items">
    Complete the following: **Stock Unit Type** (Items, Weight, or Cube), **Barcode**, **Weight**, **Value**, **Output Quantity**, **Allow Receipt of this Configuration**, and **Unit of Measure** (cm, ft, inch, or metre). Enter **Width**, **Height**, **Length**, and **Cube**. Click **Save**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure cases, inner, and outer">
    Complete the same fields as the Unit Items section for cases, inner cases, and outer cases. Click **Save** after each section.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set flags">
    Tick the relevant boxes: **New Product?**, **Stop?** (to make unavailable), **Obsolete?**, and **Assemble on Pick** (if assembled during picking). Click **Save**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure receipt and pick">
    Set the **Shelf Life Min/Max**, tick **Require Dimensions on Receipt?** if needed, provide a **Default Stock Description**, and set the **Default Order Configuration**. Click **Save**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add alternative codes">
    Click **+ New** to add alternative product codes for different end users. Click **Save**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add product storage units">
    Click **+ New** to add storage units. Fill in the details and click **Save**. To remove one, select **Delete**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set up warehouse routes">
    Click **+ New** and fill in the account, customer, and warehouse codes from the dropdowns. Click **Save**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure pickfaces">
    Click **+ New** and complete the **Location**, **Min Trigger** (optional), and **Max Trigger** fields. Click **Save**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  Ensure all measurements are accurate as they impact stock management.
</Warning>

<Info>
  Each section saves individually, so there is no need for a final save button.
</Info>

## Frequently asked questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Do I need to fill in all fields?">
    No, some fields like Long Description and External System References are optional.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I edit product details after saving?">
    Yes, you can edit any section later by navigating back to the product details.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How do I add custom barcodes?">
    Contact support to set up a specific barcode format for your company.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What is the purpose of pickfaces?">
    Pickfaces let you configure areas for picking smaller quantities, which is useful for customers that do not need full pallets.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>