How to Bulk Update Products in GPOS
This tutorial will guide you through the process of updating multiple products at once using the Bulk Update feature in GPOS.
🛠️ Why You Might Need a Bulk Update
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To update product prices across multiple items
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To modify tax rates or profit margins in bulk
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To add or adjust opening stock for multiple products
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To save time, instead of editing products one by one
📋 Steps to Bulk Update Products in GPOS
✅ Step 1: Go to the Bulk Update Screen
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Log in to your GPOS dashboard.
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Navigate to the “Inventory” module.
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Click on “Bulk Update”.
✅ Step 2: View Product List
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The system will display all your products in a table format.
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You can choose how many entries to display at once (e.g., 10, 25, 50, 100).
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Use the Search bar to quickly find specific products by Name, Category, Brand, or Tax.
✅ Step 3: Update Product Details
In the bulk update table, you can edit the following fields directly:
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Name – Product name
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Category & Subcategory – Assign or change classification
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Brand – Set or update brand name
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Tax & Tax Applicable For – Apply GST/VAT rules
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Unit Cost (U/C) – Base cost of product
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Profit Margin (%) (P/M) – Desired profit percentage
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Unit Price (U/P) – Selling price of the item
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Opening Stock (O/S) – Enter current stock levels
👉 You can also define stock for different locations, such as Wholesale and Showroom.
✅ Step 4: Save Updates
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After making changes, click the “Save” button.
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The system will automatically update all selected products in one go.
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Inventory and pricing changes will reflect immediately in sales and reports.
🔐 Important Notes
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Only authorized users can perform bulk updates.
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All updates are logged for audit and tracking.
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Ensure data accuracy before saving, as bulk changes affect multiple products at once.
🎯 Tips
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Use Search filters to update specific product groups quickly (e.g., all products in a certain brand).
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Regularly review profit margins and tax settings to keep pricing accurate.
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Export product data before updating, so you always have a backup copy.
By following these steps, you can easily manage large product lists in GPOS and save valuable time with the Bulk Update feature.