When adding items in Sortly, you have the option to use unique units of measurement or partial quantities, which can include decimals.
Please note that units of measure can only be assigned to new items created within Sortly. It's not possible to update existing items to have a different unit of measurement or partial quantity associated with them.
Units of Measure
Units of measure enable you to track items with different measurement types such as pounds, grams, feet, meters, etc. Sortly supports the following units of measure:
|
Unit Name |
Abbreviation |
Type |
Precision |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Unit(s) |
Unit |
Count |
0.0001 |
|
Each(es) |
ea |
Count |
0.0001 |
|
Box(es) |
box |
Count |
0.0001 |
|
Pound(s) |
lbs |
Weight |
0.0001 |
|
Kilogram(s) |
kg |
Weight |
0.0001 |
|
Gram(s) |
m |
Weight |
0.0001 |
|
Ounce(s) |
oz |
Weight |
0.0001 |
|
Yard(s) |
yd |
Length |
0.0001 |
|
Foot (Feet) |
ft |
Length |
0.0001 |
|
Inch(es) |
in |
Length |
0.0001 |
|
Meter(s) |
m |
Length |
0.0001 |
|
Centimeter(s) |
cm |
Length |
0.0001 |
|
Gallon(s) |
gal |
Volume |
0.0001 |
|
Liter(s) |
l |
Volume |
0.0001 |
|
Milliliter(s) |
ml |
Volume |
0.0001 |
|
Roll(s) |
rl |
Count |
0.0001 |
|
Pack(s) |
pk |
Count |
0.0001 |
|
Pallet(s) |
plt |
Count |
0.0001 |
|
Case(s) |
cs |
Count |
0.0001 |
|
Square Feet |
sq ft |
Area |
0.0001 |
|
Square Inch |
sq in |
Area |
0.0001 |
|
Cubic Inch(es) |
cu in |
Volume |
0.0001 |
|
Cubic Feet |
cu ft |
Volume |
0.0001 |
Highlights for Units of Measure:
- You can use different measurement types for different items.
- Available units of measure are shown in a dropdown menu.
- The selected measurement is displayed across Sortly pages, including the dashboard, activity history, reports, and on the item itself.
Adding Units of Measure:
From the web app, click the "+" icon on the top right-hand side of the screen and select "add item." Then input item details, including the desired unit of measurement from the dropdown menu.
Custom Units of Measure
We get that your inventory evolves as it moves through your business; you might purchase in pallets, pick by box, and price by unit and you need your units of measurement to keep up. Sortly’s Custom Units of Measure makes updating your measurements a breeze, reducing costly communication errors and empowering your teams to focus on what matters.
Add a Custom Unit of Measure
- Click on Settings, Units of Measure, and Add Custom Unit
- Create the new unit of measure with the Name, Abbreviation, and Type:
- Click Create and your custom unit of measure will show
- You can then use this unit of measure when creating new items in Sortly.
Partial Quantities
Partial quantities allow you to measure items using fractions, decimals, or parts of the whole unit. Sortly supports partial quantities on all units of measurement except for 'unit'.
Adding Partial Quantities:
From the web app, click the "+" icon on the top right-hand side of the screen and select "add item." Then input item details, including the quantity with up to four decimal places included.
Moving Partial Quantities:
In addition to adding items in partial quantities, you can also move parts of an item's whole within Sortly.
FAQ
What is the maximum number of custom units I can create?
With Sortly, you can create up to 25 custom units of measure.
Can I retrieve a custom unit of measurement after it has been deleted?
Once a custom unit of measurement is deleted, it cannot be retrieved. Please note, if a custom unit is being used by a item, you will not be able to delete it.
Can I edit a custom unit of measure after it’s created?
At this time, it's not possible to edit a custom unit of measure after it’s created. However, we’re excited to let you know that this feature is coming soon! Please stay tuned for updates.
Do I need to re-create all the items with the correct unit of measure?
Yes, you'll need to re-create all the items with the correct unit of measure. We know it might take some time, but it ensures everything is accurate and up-to-date! If you need any help along the way, we're here for you!