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The Auto Shop Writer automates much of the information entry for you. However, you must store basic values in the software before it can be applied to your daily work. On the main Datamanager menu, sekect the option for Setup. Under this you will find the following categories. ( Click on each title to take you to the proper reference section ).
Defaults This window is where you will set up the default tax and labor rates. This information is used for calculations and validating information that is entered.
Text In numerous places within the system, you will print text used for disclaimers and special notations. You can personalize the text in this editor.
Invoice This option will allow you to control how an invoice is printed, and the number of copies.
Worksheets Worksheets for technicians are very helpful, and provide an excellent "hard copy" of the work that has been performed. The format is flexible, and this section allows you to control what is printed.
Security All of your employees can be assigned their own log in codes, and you can restrict access to the majority of the program, granting useability for only those areas of the system you wish the employee to use.
Job Costing Proper Job Costing ( labor ) is determined by the rates you set for employees. You will handle the setup with this option.
Breakout Some inventory parts can be grouped into a special category which is also displayed on the final invoice. This option allows you to set the code, and title, for the category.
Interface Paths The program is installed on each computer, but the data is only set on one. If you need to change where the computer looks for the data, you can use this option.
Special Label Some items track in a special category. Set the label here. It prints on invoices and reports.
PDF Creator ASW uses two methods for creating PDF files. Select the one to be used by default.
Inspection Checklist Setup a post-service inspection checklist that can be added to a service order, and printed for the customer.
Display Setting Select the type of display ( traditional, wide screen, tablet ) for an individual workstation.
Interface The Auto Shop Writer 10 interfaces with numerous other products which provide data to the system. This option will allow you to specify the path for the necessary executable files for the other programs.
ADS Setup Sometimes, on a busy network, you will need to create a file to tell the workstation which machine has the server.
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