# Preferences

<code class="expression">space.vars.productName</code> lets you customize how the application looks and behaves. These settings only affect your account — they won't change anything for other users.

## Accessing Preferences

1. Click your **name** or **avatar** in the top-right corner.
2. Select **Settings** or **Preferences**.
3. Look for sections like **Appearance**, **Display**, or **Notifications**.

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## Theme (Light / Dark Mode)

You can choose how the application looks:

* **Light mode** — A bright, white background with dark text. Best for well-lit environments.
* **Dark mode** — A dark background with light text. Easier on the eyes in dim lighting and can save battery on some screens.
* **System** — Automatically matches your computer or device's theme setting.

### How to Change

1. Go to **Settings** > **Appearance** (or **Display**).
2. Find the **Theme** option.
3. Select **Light**, **Dark**, or **System**.
4. The change takes effect immediately.

> **Tip:** If you work in a brightly lit store, Light mode is usually easier to read. If you're in a darker office or working late, Dark mode reduces eye strain.

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## Font Size

If the text is too small or too large for your liking:

1. Go to **Settings** > **Appearance** or **Display**.
2. Look for a **Font Size** option.
3. Choose from options like **Small**, **Medium** (default), or **Large**.
4. The text throughout the application will adjust.

> **Tip:** If you're on a tablet or touch screen at the POS, a larger font size can make buttons and text easier to tap and read.

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## Compact View

Some sections offer a **compact view** option that reduces spacing between items, letting you see more information on the screen at once.

1. Go to **Settings** > **Display**.
2. Toggle **Compact View** on or off.

* **On** — Less padding, more data visible. Great for power users who work with long lists.
* **Off** (default) — More breathing room between elements. Easier to read and tap.

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## Language and Locale

If your system supports multiple languages:

1. Go to **Settings** > **Display** or **Language**.
2. Select your preferred **language** from the dropdown.
3. The interface text will update to the selected language.

**Locale** settings may also affect:

* **Date format** — e.g., MM/DD/YYYY vs. DD/MM/YYYY
* **Number format** — e.g., 1,000.00 vs. 1.000,00
* **Currency display** — e.g., $, EUR, GBP

> **Note:** Not all text may be translated, especially product names and descriptions which are entered by your administrator.

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## Notification Preferences

Control which notifications you receive and how:

1. Go to **Settings** > **Notifications**.
2. You'll see a list of notification types, such as:
   * **Order updates** — When an order status changes.
   * **Shipping notifications** — When an order ships.
   * **Approval requests** — When something needs your approval.
   * **System announcements** — Important messages from your administrator.
3. For each type, choose your preference:
   * **Email** — Receive notifications by email.
   * **In-app** — See notifications within <code class="expression">space.vars.productName</code>.
   * **Both** — Get both email and in-app notifications.
   * **None** — Turn off notifications for that type.
4. Click **Save**.

> **Tip:** Keep important notifications (like order updates and approval requests) turned on so you don't miss anything critical.

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## Summary of Preferences

| Setting       | Options                      | Where to Find It         |
| ------------- | ---------------------------- | ------------------------ |
| Theme         | Light / Dark / System        | Settings > Appearance    |
| Font Size     | Small / Medium / Large       | Settings > Appearance    |
| Compact View  | On / Off                     | Settings > Display       |
| Language      | Depends on your system       | Settings > Display       |
| Notifications | Email / In-app / Both / None | Settings > Notifications |

All preference changes are saved to your account and will persist across devices and sessions. If you log in from a different computer, your preferences will follow you.


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