How do I create a container with both individual items and quantity-tracked items?

Scan a QR code for your container, name it, then add individual items by scanning their QR codes. For small items like dice, add one representative item and enable quantity tracking by ensuring it has the quantity field active.

What is the fastest way to add items to a container?

Create the items ahead of time with their own QR codes, then scan them one by one using "Add and add another" to rapidly populate the container without manually entering information.

Why would I scan the QR code from my finger before sticking it on?

Scanning the QR while it's still on your finger is faster and more convenient than trying to scan it after placing it on the container, speeding up your workflow.

How do I add multiple items in succession?

After scanning an item into the container, click "Add and add another" instead of just "Add." This keeps the scanning interface open so you can immediately scan the next item.

When should I use quantity tracking instead of individual QR codes?

Use quantity tracking for small items, consumables, or identical objects that are too numerous to label individually, like dice, screws, or other parts where you need to track counts rather than individual items.

How do I enable the quantity field for an item?

If the quantity field doesn't appear, change the item type to one that includes quantity, such as "Standard." You can do this by clicking the item type dropdown or using the pencil icon to edit the type.

What happens when the quantity field is blank?

When quantity is blank or null, the system treats it as inactive and assumes a quantity of one. The item isn't actively tracked by quantity until you enter an actual number.

How do I activate quantity tracking?

Enter an actual number in the quantity field, such as 23 for twenty-three dice. This activates the quantity tracking feature and the system begins managing that count.

Can I adjust quantities directly from the container view?

Yes, once quantity tracking is active, you'll see plus and minus buttons next to quantity-tracked items at the bottom of the container page, allowing you to adjust counts without opening each item.

Where does the quantity appear after I set it?

The quantity appears both on the individual item page in the quantity field and in the container view at the bottom where all contained items are listed.

Do I need to create items before adding them to containers?

The fastest workflow shown in the video is to create items ahead of time, but you can also create them during the container setup process by manually adding each one.

Can I add items to a container without QR codes?

Yes, you can manually add items or search for existing items, but scanning pre-created items with QR codes is the fastest method demonstrated in the video.

What types of items work well for quantity tracking?

Small items too numerous to label individually, consumable supplies, identical parts, bulk items, or anything where you need count tracking rather than individual identification.

How do I change an item's type to enable quantity?

Click on the item type field and select a type that has quantity enabled, such as "Standard," or click the pencil icon to edit the type and add the quantity attribute.

What if none of my item types have a quantity field?

Click the pencil icon next to the item type and add the quantity attribute to that type, making it available for items of that type.

Can I see which items in my container have quantity tracking?

Yes, when viewing the container's item list at the bottom, items with quantity tracking will display their count next to plus and minus adjustment buttons.

Do I have to open each item to adjust its quantity?

No, you can adjust quantities directly from the container view using the plus and minus buttons next to each quantity-tracked item.

What's the benefit of keeping the QR on your finger while scanning?

It's more convenient and faster than placing the sticker first and then trying to scan it in position, streamlining the container creation process.

Can containers hold both individually-tracked items and quantity-tracked items?

Yes, containers can hold a mix of both - individual items with their own QR codes and quantity-tracked items like dice that represent multiple identical objects.

How does Scanlily show that an item is in a container?

On the individual item page, you'll see a container section showing which container holds that item, providing two-way navigation between items and their containers.

Creating a container and adding multiple items from one photo with QR

Name: Creating a container and adding multiple items from one photo with QR
Uploaded: 2025-08-25T21:23:05

This video demonstrates how you can take one or a few photos and have Scanlily's image recognition generate multiple items from it. For example, take a few pictures of a bookcase and Scanlily will create an entire catalog of books that you can edit, view on the app, see on a website, or download to a spreadsheet.

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