FAQs: What are Bins?
End user · Yellow Dog Inventory 2026
Question:
What are Bins?
Answer:
Bins are optional location identifiers that specify exactly where an item is stored. The Bin field is free text, so you can use letters or numbers.
You don’t need to create bins in advance. You can assign them:
• In the Stores tab of the item editor
• Through a Balto import
Bins appear in the following areas:
• Physical Inventory editor
• Purchasing documents
• Most print templates
You can also add the Bin column to these Item Views:
• Purchasing Eligible Sizes
• Transfer Eligible Sizes
• Vendor Products
• Interactive View
Figure: Example of the Bin column in the item editor.
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Last reviewed: July 2026 · Applies to: Yellow Dog Inventory 2026
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