How to Set Up a Payment Type
Setting up a payment type in Shortcuts is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to ensure proper configuration and avoid duplicate entries.
Step 1: Access Payment Types
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Open the Setup Menu.
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Select Configuration
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Click on Payment Types.on the left-hand side.
Step 2: Check for Existing Payment Types
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Before adding a new payment type, click the Display Inactive box.
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Review the list to confirm whether the payment type already exists.
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If it does, select the payment type and tick Active to reactivate it.
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Step 3: Add a New Payment Type
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Click the New button.
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Enter the Name for the payment type.
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Configure additional settings as needed:
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Banking: Tick this box if the payment type contributes to the end-of-day balance.
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Tip Handling: Enable this if the payment should be treated as a tip by default.
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Cash Drawer: Select this if the payment type should trigger the cash drawer to open at the point of sale.
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Credit/EFT Card: Check this for debit or credit card payment types.
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Gift/Loyalty Card: Tick this for payments involving gift or loyalty cards.
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Cancellation Fee: Select this option if the payment type is used for cancellation fees.
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Step 4: Additional Settings
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Description: Add a description to specify the purpose or use of the payment type.
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Club Association: If the payment relates to a specific club, select it from the dropdown list.
Step 5: Save Changes
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Click Save to finalize your settings and apply the new payment type.
Key Reminders:
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Always check for duplicate payment types to avoid redundancy.
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Use descriptive names to make future identification easier.
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Enable only the relevant options to streamline reporting and functionality.
Following these steps will help you efficiently configure payment types to meet your business needs.