⬜ Side Tools in the Point of Sale (POS) Screen

The POS screen in the Aurest system offers a smart set of side tools that enable the cashier to carry out advanced tasks such as table transfers, invoice management, order review, and handling offers. These tools provide full flexibility to efficiently manage daily sales operations.

✅ First: Side Menu (Toolbar)

Located on the right side of the screen, this toolbar contains icons representing a group of operational functions:

1️⃣ Menu

 When clicking on the Menu button, a window opens that includes:

Table Move
 ➤ Used to move an order from one table to another (in the same or a different hall).
 ➤ After selecting the current and target tables, click “OK” to complete the process.

Move Items
 ➤ Allows specific items to be moved from one table to another.
 ➤ Items are selected manually and then confirmed.

Merge Tables
 ➤ Used to merge orders from multiple tables into a single invoice.
 ➤ Select the main table and the others to be merged, then confirm.

✅ Second: Additional Tools

2️⃣ Pending Branch Invoices
 ➤ Displays invoices for orders that haven’t been delivered yet (upcoming orders).

3️⃣ Delivery Invoices
 ➤ Allows tracking of delivery orders and assigned drivers.

4️⃣ Open Drawer
 ➤ Opens the cash drawer electronically from within the system.

5️⃣ Sales Return
 ➤ Used to return a single item or an entire invoice.
 ➤ Click "Retrieve Invoice" to select the invoice for return.
 ➤ Items from the invoice appear on the right side, and items to be returned are moved to the left.
 ➤ Use the yellow arrow ▶️ to move one item to the return list.
 ➤ Use the double yellow arrows ⏩ to move all items at once.
 ➤ Use the black arrow ◀️ to return a mistakenly selected item back to the invoice.
 ➤ Use the double black arrows ⏪ to return all items to the invoice.
 ➤ After selecting the items to be returned, click the Save button to confirm.
 ➤ You’ll be redirected to the POS screen to select the refund method (Cash or Card).
⚠️ Note: Returns cannot be made on unpaid or open invoices.

6️⃣ Captain Order Print
 ➤ Prints orders that were entered using captain devices (tablets).

7️⃣ Calculator
 ➤ Built-in tool for quick calculations without leaving the screen.

8️⃣ Invoice Status
 ➤ Displays all invoices based on their status: (Pending – Ongoing – Paid – Delivered...).
 ➤ Search by invoice number or filter by date.

9️⃣ Offers
 ➤ Allows you to view and activate item-specific offers directly from the POS.

1️⃣0️⃣ Shift Closure
 ➤ When logging out from the cashier account, a pop-up asks whether you want to close the shift.
 ➤ Upon confirmation, the system prompts for the cashier’s password.
 ➤ A window opens requiring you to enter the following:
  - Beginning Cash Float: Cash available at the start of the shift.
  - Received Cash: Total cash received during the shift.
  - Received Card: Total amount paid via card.
  - Expenses: Any cash withdrawn from the drawer during the shift.
  - Ending Cash Float: The amount to leave in the drawer for the next shift.
 ➤ After confirmation, a Shift Closure Report is printed.
 ➤ The cashier cannot log in again using the same date, ensuring accurate reporting.
⚠️ Note: The cash float is simply the amount left in the drawer as a base for the next shift.

✨ Purpose of Advanced Cashier Tools

◾ Simplify the cashier’s daily tasks and offer powerful tools for complete control over orders.
◾ Enable order processing and modifications without referring to management.
◾ Provide helpful tools that eliminate the need for external windows.
◾ Support a professional and seamless operation for all types of orders and tables.