How Do I...? EDITING THE LIST

The materials list window will be presented when this menu item is chosen (see screenshot below).

This list is a list of all materials required for the operation of the office. It is used as a reference when placing an order with vendors for supplies.

The list can be sorted by Number, Category, Manufacturer or Name by clicking on the corresponding heading in the window. The number on the bottom right indicates the total number of materials listed in the database.

BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS

ICON	FUNCTION
	This is the Build List button. Click on this button to re-build the materials list displayed in the Material List window. Use this button if you notice any discrepancies in the list or if new entries in the list do not appear.
	This will allow you to edit an item in the list or to enter a new item into the list. For further instructions on entering a new item, continue reading.
	This will accept the selected item from the list. [NF]

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The following window is used to display or edit items in the materials list.

Click on in the toolbar to enter a new item, or click on to edit the item displayed. Click on the button to delete the item displayed. You can also scroll to the next or previous items in the list by clicking on the arrows in the toolbar.

First, enter the item number into the first field, Number. This number serves as a reference for the item in invoices and purchase orders.

Next, enter the item's category, type and manufacturer into the next three fields. Under Name, enter the item's name. This name will appear in the purchase orders and invoices that mention this item. Finally, enter any comments or item descriptions into the field on the bottom.

When finished, click . When you return to the Material List window, you may not see your changes immediately. To have the list displayed reflect your changes, click on the Build List button in the Material List window.