How to create a new estimate

To create a new estimate, go to Sales > Estimates > Create New Estimate, or click the Build icon at the top left and select Create Estimate.

🧾 Fill in Estimate Details:

  • Customer – Select the customer from the dropdown list.

  • Bill To – Shows billing address, payment terms, and taxes (auto-fills from customer profile if set).

  • Ship To – Shows delivery address and method (also auto-filled if available).

  • Estimate Number – Auto-generated by the system for tracking.

  • Estimate Date – Set the date the estimate is issued.

  • Expiry Date – Set the date the estimate is valid until.

  • Currency – Automatically selected based on your system or customer profile.

🏷 Other Fields:

  • Tag – Add labels for better organization and searching.

  • Currency – Automatically selected based on your system or customer profile.
  • Status – Starts as Draft, changes to Sent once submitted to the customer.

  • Reference – Link to related documents (e.g., purchase orders).

  • Sales Agent – Assign the estimate to a sales rep.

  • Discount Type – Choose a percentage or fixed amount discount.

  • Admin Note – Add internal notes for tracking, reminders, or instructions.

➕ Add Items:

  • Click Add Item to insert products/services.

    • Description – Short name or title of the item.

    • Long Description – Detailed explanation of the item.

    • Unit – Quantity being estimated.

    • Rate – Price per unit.

    • Tax – Choose applicable tax rate.

  • Use the ➕ icon to register new items if not listed.

✅ Once all fields are complete, click Save to finalize the estimate.

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