Getting Started with a New Mobile Barcode Scanner
Let me guess — you bought a new mobile barcode scanner, downloaded the Finale Inventory mobile app, and you’re now seeing prompts to change settings but aren’t sure which options to select? This article is for you!
Initial Setup
When you have a brand-new scanner, clear the scanner data, or reinstall the mobile app, you will need to update a handful of settings to make the scanner behave correctly.
Does this look familiar?
Most Common Settings
#2. RCV Type Qty
Setting: Yes
This means that when receiving a purchase order, you will see a quantity box to type values into.
If left as No, the scanner defaults to “1” per scan (scan once = 1, scan again = 2, and so on).
#10. PCK Verification
Setting: Scan Slot
Used for Wave Picking; ensures you confirm picks correctly.
#11. PCK Sort By
Setting: Sublocation
Determines the order you are directed through the warehouse.
#28. Upper Case Conversion
Setting: No
Rarely needs to be set to Yes.
#39. Hide Case Button
Setting: Yes
#47. Sync Sale As
Setting: Packed
VERY IMPORTANT if you use eCommerce integrations like ShipStation.
#57. RCV Auto-fill
Setting: Qty + Subloc
#59. RCV Qty If Not Auto-fill
Setting: 1
#60. Hide Lot ID Box
Setting: Yes
Set to No if you require Lot ID or Serial Numbers.