How to Adjust Stock on Desktop
Stock adjustments help you keep your inventory accurate by accounting for restocks, losses, or damages.
Steps to Adjust Stock
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Step 1: Go to the Homepage.
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Step 2: On the menu bar, click on Adjust Stock.
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Step 3: Click on New Adjustment.
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Step 4: At the top of the screen, click on Click to Search for Product.
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Step 5: In the search bar, enter the name of the product you want to adjust.
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Step 6: Click on the product. On the side of the product, select the Reason for Adjustment (Restock, Lost, or Damaged).
If you choose Restock:
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Step 7: Enter the quantity you want to add.
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Step 8: Confirm or edit the purchase and selling price.
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Step 9: Click on Make Adjustment to finish.
If you choose Lost:
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Step 7: Enter the quantity lost.
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Step 8: Confirm or edit the purchase and selling price.
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Step 9: (Optional) Record it as an Expenditure by clicking on Record as Expenditure.
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Step 10: Click on Make Adjustment to finish.
If you choose Damaged:
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Step 7: Enter the quantity damaged.
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Step 8: Confirm or edit the purchase and selling price.
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Step 9: (Optional) Record it as an Expenditure by clicking on Record as Expenditure.
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Step 10: Click on Make Adjustment to finish.
Troubleshooting
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I can’t find “Adjust Stock” on the menu bar: Make sure you are logged into the desktop app and not in another section like Sales.
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Product not showing in search: Double-check the spelling or ensure the product is already added to your inventory.
FAQs
Q: Can I undo a stock adjustment once saved?
A: No, adjustments are final. You’ll need to create another adjustment to correct errors.
Q: What’s the difference between “Lost” and “Damaged”?
A: “Lost” is for missing or stolen items, while “Damaged” is for unsellable items due to breakage, expiry, or defects.
Q: Do adjustments affect my expense records?
A: Yes, if you choose to “Record as Expenditure,” the adjustment will also appear in your expenses.