How to Create Measurement Types

Define the standard units used to track and manage your stock items.

Measurement Types are the units by which your stock is counted, purchased, and consumed — such as Kilograms, Litres, or Each. Setting up the right Measurement Types ensures consistency across your stock items, recipes, and inventory reports.

This guide shows you how to create and manage Measurement Types in your system.

Steps to Create a Measurement Type

1. Go to:

   Stock > Measurement Types

   
   

2. Click:

   + New Measurement Type

   
   
3. Enter Measurement Details:

   • Name:

     Enter the full name of the measurement (e.g., "Kilograms", "Litre").

   • Abbreviation (Abbr):

     Enter the shortened form or symbol (e.g., "KG", "L").

     
     
4. Save the measurement type.

Example Measurement Types

Why Use Measurement Types?

• To standardize how stock items are counted and tracked.
• To ensure accurate recipe conversions and inventory control.
• To make stock reports and purchasing clear and consistent.