Part Code Descriptions

Part Code descriptions greatly improve the speed of data entry and the consistency of parts descriptions in the Manager database. These coded descriptions mean that part names can be quickly and consistently retrieved by simply typing in a couple of keystrokes, or selecting a part type from a pull-down menu.

Part Code Descriptions is available from the Standard Descriptions dialog box, which is a Setup menu selection.

Adding a Part Code Description

1. Choose Part Code Descriptions from the Standard Descriptions dialog box.

The Part Code Descriptions dialog box displays.

2. Select Add.

The Add Part Code dialog box displays.

3. Type in a new Type Code (up to eight characters).

4. Enter a Description (up to 31 characters).

5. Select a category from the pull-down list.

OR

Add a new category by selecting the Category button (refer to the Category Descriptions topic for details).

6. Select a vendor from the pull-down list.

OR

Add a new vendor by selecting the Vendor button (refer to Vendor Setup topic for instructions).

7. Select OK.

Your Part Code Description is added to the Part Code Descriptions list.

Editing a Part Code Description

1. Move the cell marker to the cell of the Part Code Description entry you wish to edit.

The selected description will be highlighted.

2. Select the Edit button.

The Edit Part Code dialog box displays.

3. Make any desired edits/selections.

4. Select OK.

Deleting a Part Code Description

1. Move the cell marker to the cell of the Part Code Description entry you wish to delete.

The selected description will be highlighted.

2. Select the Delete button.

You are asked to confirm your deletion.

3. Select OK to delete the part Code description.