On Rewaa platform, the Weighted Product feature helps you add and manage products sold by weight, making it easier to sell them at the correct price according to their weight, especially after connecting the electronic scale to the platform. In this article, you will learn all the details related to this type of product.
What is a Weighted Product?
It is a product sold by weight (kg, g, etc.), such as fruits, vegetables, coffee, and more. It can be pre-packed or weighed by the cashier using the electronic scale during the sale.
Important Notes:
If you are using an electronic scale, make sure it is connected to the platform before selling. To learn how to connect, click here.
When the electronic scale is connected to the platform, the way you add the SKU for the product will differ. See step three in this article for details.
Steps to Add a Weighted Product
Step 1: Configure Weighted Product Settings
Go to Settings > Configuration > Weighted Product Configuration.
Select the unit of weight: kg, g, etc.
Click Save.
Step 2: Select the Product Type
Go to Products & Inventory > Products > New Product.
Select Single Product if the product has no options.
Select Variable Product if the product has options such as flavor or size.
Step 3: Add Product Information
Add the main product details.
Add options and variants (for Variable Products).
ℹ️ If you are using an electronic scale:
Ensure the scale is connected to the platform.
Print the product barcode from the scale.
Go to the SKU field.
Enter the five digits that appear after the scale’s prefix.
💡 Example:
Product name: Apple
Barcode printed from the scale: 990000123101Remove the first two digits (99) and add the next five digits (00001) as the SKU for the apple product.
Step 4: Enable the Weighted Product Option
Check (✔) the option Weighted Product.
The unit of weight will appear based on your selection in Step 1.
Step 5: Add Stock and Pricing
Enter the stock and pricing details according to the unit of weight selected in Step 1.
Step 6: Categorize the Product
Add the category, supplier, and brand.
Step 7: Add the Product to the Platform
Click Save. The product will be added directly to the Products section. You can start selling it or add purchase invoices and other operations.
🔗 To learn the detailed steps of adding a Simple Product, click here.
🔗 To learn the detailed steps of adding a Variable Product, click here.
FAQs
1. Can I track the weighted product by batch number?
Yes, you can. Check (✔) the Track Product option. For more details, click here.
2. Can I disable stock management for a weighted product?
No, you cannot. Disabling stock management means the product has no cost or quantity.
3. Can I select a different weight unit for each product?
No, you cannot select more than one weight unit. The settings apply to all weighted products.
4. Can I enable the Weighted Product option after adding the product?
Yes, you can. Go to Products & Inventory > Products > click the product name > check (✔) Weighted Product > Save.
5. Can I change the weight unit after adding the product?
Yes, you can through the settings (Step 1 in this article).
6. I purchase products in kilograms but sell them in grams. How do I add them to the platform?
Add the product quantity in kilograms in the Products section. At the time of sale, enter the number of grams.
Example: Coffee beans stock = 10 kg.
When selling, enter the quantity in grams (0.250), which equals a quarter kilo.