How To: Update Default sort order of items in Reporting

How To: Update Default sort order of items in Reporting


This setting lets you control how items are sorted by default in reporting, helping you organize inventory to match your business needs.


You must have the following permissions:

  • System Setup

  • Options (under System Setup)

  • View and edit Inventory (under Options)



  1. Go to System Setup > Options > Inventory.

  2. Locate Default Item Sort and select the option that best fits your organization.

InfoNote: You must fully close Yellow Dog and log back in for the change to take effect.

 
Figure: Example of the Default Item Sort feature and options to choose from
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