Main focus

Add product fields and entry fields when the standard Mobile Inventory fields do not cover the data you need to store.

Applies to

  • Android
  • iOS
  • Web

Video walkthrough

Use the player controls to pause on each step. The written guidance below remains the source of truth.

Our app comes with several standard fields commonly used in inventory management:

  • SKU
  • Barcode
  • Category
  • Unit of Measurement
  • Book Quantity
  • Location
  • and others..

Custom Fields – allow you to add your own fields tailored to your specific requirements.

Types of Custom Fields

There are two distinct types of custom fields in Mobile Inventory:

1. Product Fields

These fields are associated with specific products and store product-specific information.

Examples:

  • Color
  • Size
  • Material
  • Dimensions
  • Manufacturer

2. Entry Fields

These fields are associated with inventory transactions (inputs, outputs, movements, while counting your inventory) and capture transaction-specific details.

Examples:

  • Supplier
  • Client
  • Invoice Number
  • Purchase Order Number
  • Delivery Date

Where to Create Custom Fields

You can create custom fields from different locations:

  1. Manage Fields Screen
    • First screen -> Select your inventory -> Top-left menu -> Custom fields
  2. During Product Import
    • When importing a product list, you can define product custom fields during the verification step.
  3. In Product Details
    • Navigate to the Details tab of any product to add product custom fields.
  4. During Inventory Transactions
    • When adding entries or performing counts, access the Add Entry/Counter tab to create entry custom fields.

How to Use Custom Fields

Once created, custom fields work just like standard fields in Mobile Inventory:

  • Add Values: Enter custom field values in product details or during inventory transactions.
  • Display in Lists: Configure your products list screen to show custom fields (see how to change display settings).
  • Include in Reports: Custom fields will appear in exported reports and data extracts.
  • Search and Filter: Use custom fields in search operations and filtering criteria.

Best Practices

  • Create only the custom fields you regularly use to avoid cluttering your interface.
  • Use clear, consistent naming conventions for your custom fields.