AutoCount- Search Lookup Edit
Introduction to AutoCount Search Lookup Edit
AutoCount Accounting 2.0 introduces a modern and enhanced way of searching for accounts and items through the Search Lookup Edit. This new feature makes it easier and more personalized for users to find the information they need. It offers a search bar with three distinct modes (AND, Exact, OR) and the ability to display extra descriptions for accounts and projects.
Enabling Smarter Search Lookup Edit
The Search Lookup Edit is enabled by default in AutoCount Accounting 2.0. To verify or manually enable it, follow these steps:
Step-by-Step: How to Enable Search Lookup Edit
- Go to Tools in the main menu.
- Click on Options.
- Under the General tab, look for the option labeled Use Search Lookup Edit.
- Make sure the checkbox is selected.
- Log out and log back into AutoCount to apply the settings.
Using Search Modes in Search Lookup Edit
AutoCount offers three search modes to refine how you look for accounts or items
AND Mode
The AND Mode searches for results that contain all the keywords entered.
- if you input “Logitek” and “Mouse,” the system will search for items or accounts containing both “Logitek” and “Mouse” in their descriptions.
Exact Mode
The Exact Mode will only search for results that exactly match the keyword you enter.
- Example: If you search for “Mouse,” the system will return results that contain only the word “Mouse,” excluding other variations or combinations.
OR Mode
The OR Mode searches for results that contain either of the entered keywords.
- Example: If you search for “Mouse” or “Keyboard,” the system will display results that contain either of these words.
Displaying Additional Descriptions
AutoCount enables users to display additional descriptions for accounts and projects. This feature is especially helpful when managing multiple accounts or projects with similar names.
Show Account Description 2
This option helps users differentiate between accounts with the same name by displaying an additional description.
- Go to Tools > Options > General.
- Check the box next to Show Account Description 2 in Lookup Edit.
- Log out and log back into AutoCount.
After enabling this feature, the additional account description will appear when you create debtor-related documents.
Show Project Description 2
If you have projects with similar names, enabling this option will display an additional description to distinguish them.
- Go to Tools > Options > General.
- Check the box next to Show Project Description 2 in Lookup Edit.
- Log out and log back into AutoCount.
From now on, when you select a project, the extra description will appear in the search lookup.
Inputting Item Code with Lookup Edit
By default, users may not be able to search for items in the drop-down list.
To enable this feature:
- Go to Options > Invoicing > Document Control.
- Check the box labeled Use Lookup Edit to Input Item Code.
- Click OK and log out of AutoCount.
This feature allows users to view a list of items and use the search bar to search for them.
Showing Item Description and Quantity in Lookup Edit
To help users identify items with similar names or check stock availability, you can enable the display of additional item descriptions and quantities.
Show Item Description 2
This feature is useful for managing items with the same name but varying attributes, such as color or size.
- Go to Options > Invoicing > Document Control.
- Enable Show Item Description 2 in Lookup Edit.
- Log out and log back in.
Show Quantity in Lookup Edit
This feature allows users to check the available stock quantity while searching for items.
- Go to Options > Invoicing > Document Control.
- Enable Show Quantity in Item Lookup Edit.
- Log out and log back in.
From now on, when adding an item to a document, users will be able to view the available stock quantity.
Enabling Traditional Search Lookup Edit
If you prefer the older search method from AutoCount Accounting 1.9, you can switch back to the Traditional Search Lookup Edit.
- Go to Tools > Options.
- Uncheck the box next to Use Search Lookup Edit.
- Click OK and log out.
The traditional method doesn’t feature a search bar and uses a more basic drop-down list.
Account Search Options
AutoCount offers multiple methods for searching accounts while creating documents.
Smart Search
The Smart Search feature enables users to search by both account number and account description.
- Go to Tools > Options > General.
- Check the box next to Smart Search.
- Log out and log back in.
Always Search by Account No.
This option restricts searches to account numbers only.
- Go to Options > General.
- Check the box next to Always Search by Account No..
- Log out and log back in.
Always Search by Account Description
This option restricts searches to account descriptions only.
- Go to Options > General.
- Check the box next to Always Search by Account Description.
- Log out and log back in.
Filter by Salesman Feature
This feature is helpful for filtering lookup results by a specific sales agent. For instance, if a sales agent named Nora is assigned to a user, the lookup will display only the debtors associated with Nora.
- Go to Options > General.
- Enable the Apply Filter by Agent in Lookup Edit option.
- Log out and log back in.
From now on, when creating a new document, only the debtors associated with the selected sales agent will be displayed.
Set Up the Filter by Salesman Feature with Ease!
Want to filter your lookup results by specific sales agents? Follow our simple guide to configure the Filter by Salesman feature and streamline your workflow.
FAQs
How do I enable the Smarter Search Lookup Edit?
Go to Tools > Options > General and ensure that Use Search Lookup Edit is checked.
What are the different search modes?
There are three search modes: AND, Exact, and OR.
Can I show additional descriptions for accounts and projects?
Yes, you can enable Show Account Description 2 and Show Project Description 2 in the General settings under Options.
How do I input item codes using Lookup Edit?
Go to Options > Invoicing > Document Control and check the Use Lookup Edit to Input Item Code option.
Can I switch back to the traditional search method?
Yes, by unchecking Use Search Lookup Edit under Tools > Options.
How do I filter search results by salesman?
Enable the Apply Filter by Agent in Lookup Edit option in the General tab under Options.
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