How to Create a New Discount Button in DPos.

Creating a discount button in DPos is a straightforward process. Follow these simple steps to set up a new discount button.

Creating a New Discount Button in DPos

This guide helps you create and assign a new discount button in your store using DPOS.

Step 1: Creating a Discount PLU

Log in to DPos:

Use your credentials to access the DPos system.

Access Order Items:

Go to the Maintenance section and click on Order Items.

Create a New PLU:

Click the New button in the upper right corner.

Fill in the Discount PLU Details:

  • PLU Code: Enter a code like "DISC01." If it's in use, try "DISC02", "DISC03", etc.
  • Description: Add a description such as "$5 OFF".
  • Value: Enter the discount amount with a negative sign (e.g., Delivery: -5, Shop/Pickup: -5, Table: -5).
  • Category and Subcategory: Set both to Other.
  • Use Percent: Tick this checkbox if the discount is a percentage.

Click Save at the bottom right corner to finalize the new PLU.

Step 2: Assigning the Discount Button

Access Touchscreen Maintenance:

Go back to the Maintenance section and click on Touchscreen Maintenance.

Select a Button Slot:

Click on an empty button slot (a box with a number) on the left side of the screen.

Assign the Discount PLU:

Use PLU Search to find and select the discount PLU you created.

Customize the Button:

Choose a colour for the button from the Colour box on the right side of the screen.

Save and Test the Button:

  • Click Commit to apply changes.
  • The discount button will now appear in the selected box.
  • Click Save at the bottom right.
  • Test the new discount button in the ordering page to ensure it works correctly.

This ensures quick and easy application of discounts using DPOS.

There are two steps in creating a new discount button. 

 

Step 1: Creating a Discount PLU 

Log in to Dpos 

Use your credentials to access the Dpos system. 

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Navigate to Maintenance 

Look for the "Maintenance" section at the top of the DPos interface. 

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Access Order Items 

Under Maintenance, click on the "Order Items" button. 

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Create a New PLU 

In the Order Items section, click the "New" button in the upper right corner. 

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Fill in the details 

Fill in the details for your discount PLU at the bottom of the screen: 

PLU Code: Enter a code like "DISC01". If it's already in use, try "DISC02", "DISC03", etc. 

Description: Add a description such as "$5 OFF". 

Value: Enter the discount value with a negative sign (e.g., Delivery: -5, Shop/Pickup: -5, Table: -5). 

Category and Subcategory: Set both to "Other". 

Use Percent: Tick this checkbox. if the discount is a percentage.

Click "Save" at the bottom right corner to save the new PLU. 

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Step 2: Assigning the Discount Button 

Access Touchscreen Maintenance 

Go back to the "Maintenance" section in Dpos. 

Under Maintenance, click on the "Touchscreen Maintenance" button. 

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Select the Desired Button 

Click on an empty box on the left side of the screen (a box with a number). 

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Use "PLU search" to find and select the desired PLU created. 

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Choose a colour for the button from the "Colour" box on the right side of the screen. 

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Save and Test the Button 

Click "Commit" next to the selected colour. 

The discount button will appear in the previously selected empty box. 

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Click "Save" at the bottom right of the screen. 

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Test the new discount button on your ordering page to ensure it works correctly. 

 

By following these steps, you will be able to create a discount button on DPos efficiently. If you require further assistance, please contact our application support team.