# Catalog & Orders

The catalog is where you explore all the products available to you. Whether you're looking for a specific item or just seeing what's in stock, this section will help you get around.

## Opening the Catalog

Click **Catalog** in the sidebar to open the product catalog. You'll see a page filled with products, usually organized by categories.

## Viewing Categories

Products are organized into categories (and sometimes subcategories) to make them easier to find.

* **Category sidebar** — On the left side of the catalog, you'll see a list of categories. Click a category to view only the products in that group.
* **Subcategories** — Some categories have subcategories nested underneath. Click the arrow or the category name to expand them.
* **All Products** — Click "All" or the top-level option to see everything.

> **Tip:** Categories are set up by your administrator, so they'll match how your company organizes its products (e.g., by department, product type, brand, etc.).

## Searching for Products

Use the **search bar** at the top of the catalog to find products quickly.

* Type a **product name** (or part of it) — e.g., "blue jacket" or "printer paper."
* Type a **SKU** or **item code** if you know it.
* **Scan a barcode** if a scanner is connected.
* Results appear as you type. Click a result to view that product.

See [Finding Products](/end-user-guide/browsing-the-catalog/finding-products.md) for more search tips.

## Filtering and Sorting

### Filters

Filters let you narrow down the products you're seeing. Look for a **Filter** button or filter options above or beside the product list. Common filters include:

* **Category** — Show products from a specific category.
* **Price range** — Show only products within a certain price range.
* **Availability** — Show only items that are in stock.
* **Brand or vendor** — Show products from a specific manufacturer.
* **Custom attributes** — Your catalog may have additional filters like size, colour, material, etc.

To apply a filter:

1. Click the filter option you want.
2. Select or enter the filter value.
3. The product list will update automatically.
4. To remove a filter, click the **X** next to it or click **Clear Filters**.

### Sorting

Sorting changes the order products are displayed. Look for a **Sort by** dropdown. Common options:

* **Name (A-Z / Z-A)** — Alphabetical order.
* **Price (Low to High / High to Low)** — By price.
* **Newest first** — Most recently added products.
* **Popularity** — Most ordered or viewed items.

## View Options

Many catalogs let you switch between different views:

* **Grid view** — Products shown as cards in a grid, with images and basic info. Great for visual browsing.
* **List view** — Products shown in a list/table format with more detail per row. Great when you need to see specs or compare items.

Look for a **grid/list toggle** icon near the top of the product list to switch between views.

## Browsing Tips

* **Start broad, then narrow down.** Click a category first, then apply filters to refine.
* **Use the search for specific items.** If you know what you want, search is the fastest route.
* **Check product images.** In grid view, images help you quickly identify the right product.
* **Look at stock indicators.** Many catalogs show "In Stock," "Low Stock," or "Out of Stock" labels right on the product card.

## What's Next?

* Want to find a specific product? See [Finding Products](/end-user-guide/browsing-the-catalog/finding-products.md).
* Found something? Learn about [Product Details](/end-user-guide/browsing-the-catalog/product-details.md).
* Ready to buy? See [Creating Orders](/end-user-guide/browsing-the-catalog/creating-orders.md).


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