How to Apply Discounts / Surcharges to a Table Order (Restaurant Module)

DPOS makes it easy to adjust totals using predefined PLU codes. Whether you’re adding a weekend surcharge or applying a special discount, follow the guide below to ensure it’s done accurately.

How to Apply Discounts / Surcharges to Table Order (Restaurant Module)

  • ✅ Log in to DPOS

  • ✅ Create PLU items for discounts/surcharges

  • ✅ Declare PLU codes under TableDiscountSurcharge setting

  • ✅ Go to Modify Bill before closing a table

  • ✅ Apply the PLU (discount or surcharge) to the order

  • ✅ Finalise and close the table

Step-by-Step Instructions 

Log in to Dpos. 

Using your credentials, log in to your DPOS account. 

1


Create Discount/Surcharge PLUs
 

Go to the Maintenance tab and select the Order Item button. 

2


Create new PLU items for the required discounts or surcharges. 

Example: 

TSUR10 – 10% table surcharge

11


TDISC20
– 20% table discount

10

Declare the PLUs in Global Settings 

Navigate to Maintenance > Settings

24


Search for TableDiscountSurcharge

Enter the PLU codes you created, separated by commas. 

Example: TSUR10,TDISC20 

Save your changes. 

13

Apply to the Order 

Navigate to the Orders Section

From the DPOS main screen, tap on Orders to begin.

25


Go to Table Transaction

Within the Orders section, select Table Transaction to view and manage active table orders.

15


Select the Table. 

16


Go to the Modify Bill screen before closing the table. 

17


You will now see the declared discount/surcharge PLUs listed. 

Select and apply the appropriate PLU to the table's bill. 


TDISC20:

18

22

23


TSUR10:

20

21


Finalize the Table
 

Review the updated total with the discount or surcharge applied. 

Proceed to close and pay off the table


By following these steps, you will be able to apply discounts and surcharges to restaurant orders in DPOS with ease. If you need further help, please contact our application support team.