# Navigation Basics

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## The Sidebar

The **sidebar** is your main navigation tool. It sits on the left side of the screen and lists all the modules (features) available to you.

Common sidebar items include:

* **Dashboard** — Your home page with summaries and quick actions.
* **Point of Sale** — For ringing up in-person sales.
* **Catalog** — Browse products and check availability.
* **Order Form** — Create new orders.
* **Orders / Transactions** — View past orders and transactions.
* **Reports** — Access reports and analytics.
* **Settings** — Manage your account and preferences.

> **Tip:** Click on any item in the sidebar to go to that section. The currently active section is highlighted so you always know where you are.

### Collapsing the Sidebar

On smaller screens or if you want more workspace, you can collapse the sidebar:

* Click the **collapse arrow** (usually at the top or bottom of the sidebar) to shrink it down to just icons.
* Click it again (or click the menu icon) to expand it back.
* On tablets and phones, the sidebar may automatically hide. Tap the **menu icon** (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner to open it.

## The Header Bar

The **header bar** runs across the top of the screen. It typically includes:

* **App logo or name** — Click it to go back to your dashboard.
* **Subsidiary/Location selector** — If your company has multiple locations, you may see a dropdown to switch between them.
* **Your profile** — Usually shown as your name, initials, or a small avatar in the top-right corner. Click it to access:
  * **My Profile** — View and edit your account info.
  * **Settings** — Adjust your preferences.
  * **Sign Out** — Log out of the system.

## Switching Between Modules

To switch from one feature to another:

1. Click the desired module in the **sidebar** (e.g., click "Catalog" to browse products).
2. The main content area will update to show that module.
3. The sidebar item will be highlighted to confirm where you are.

You can switch freely between modules without losing your place — for example, you can start an order, switch to the catalog to check a product, and then come back.

> **Note:** Some actions (like an in-progress POS sale) may ask you to complete or save your work before navigating away.

## Breadcrumbs

In some sections, you'll see **breadcrumbs** near the top of the page. These show you the path you've taken:

**Dashboard > Orders > Order #12345**

Click on any part of the breadcrumb trail to jump back to that level. This is especially handy when you're deep into a specific record or detail page.

## Searching

Many modules have a **search bar** at the top. Use it to quickly find:

* Products (by name, SKU, or barcode)
* Customers (by name, email, or phone)
* Orders (by order number or customer name)
* Transactions (by transaction ID or date)

Just start typing and results will appear as you go.

## Tables and Lists

When viewing lists of items (orders, products, transactions), you'll see them in a table format. Common actions:

* **Sort** — Click a column header to sort by that column (click again to reverse the order).
* **Filter** — Look for filter options above the table to narrow down results by date, status, category, etc.
* **Pagination** — If there are many results, use the page controls at the bottom to move between pages.
* **Click a row** — Click on any row to open its details.

## Tips

* **Use your browser's back button** with caution — it works, but using the sidebar or breadcrumbs is more reliable.
* **Bookmark pages** you visit often for quick access.
* **Keyboard shortcut:** Press `Ctrl + K` (or `Cmd + K` on Mac) if your setup supports a quick-search shortcut.

Next: [Your First Task](/end-user-guide/welcome/your-first-task.md) — a quick walkthrough based on your role.


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