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top left systems bar

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

File Exit: Closes and shuts down register. View Reload: Reloads register. It will clear any transaction in progress. Help About: Shows which version of register you are using, the work station, and if register is up to date. Update: Check for Updates will make sure you are running the latest version of register. Advanced: Reset...

line item options

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

With register by ability business editing line items during check out is simple and easy. When selecting an item that is in the cart you will be able to adjust the quantity, add a discount, or simply remove the item completely.  You can also manually change the sales price by selecting “Qty/Price/Discount”. Once you adjust...

item search

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

If you are in need to search for an item you can do so using the “Search Item” bar. Begin by typing the name or the barcode number.  You can set the barcode or add a searchable field value in the item’s settings in register.  How to add a barcode or searchable field value:

use and edit customers

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

Utilizing the customer feature in register by ability business is simple and easy. Use the Manage Data drop down and select “Customers” to view your customer list. You can search for a specific customer using the search bar.  To add a new customer select “Add New Customer”. Enter the customer’s information. You can add their...

top right navigation bar

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

Manage Data Items: By selecting items under Manage Data you will be able to view all your items. When you select an item you will be able to see detailed information regarding the item. You also can add the item to your Quick Pick list by enabling “Quick Pick Item”.  Customers: By selecting Customers you...

collecting/cancelling a payment

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

Collecting and cancelling payments is simple with register by ability business. After adding items to the cart, select “Pay”. Customers can pay by Cash, Credit, and Account. You are able to split payments between the three methods. You are able to remove a payment method by clicking the red trashcan symbol next to it.  Once...

when to update

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

Periodic updates will occur to register by ability business. These updates are important to ensure seamless and easy use of register.  The best time to update is before you start making sales. If there is a new update you will see “New Update” highlighted in red at the top right after logging in. Simply select...

processing returns

Last Updated: July 31, 2025

After clicking “Start Return” you will now be on the “Please confirm The Items To Return” screen. Confirm Items to Return Note: If you selected the wrong receipt you can select the “Back To Search” to take you back to the Select Receipt screen. Finalizing the Return At the top of the screen you will...

using the action button 

Last Updated: July 31, 2025

In the bottom left corner there is an “Actions button”. Clicking this will cause the tab to open up with 5 options. Edit Transactions  In the “Edit Transactions” screen you can select the sales date and the customer associated with the transaction.  Apply Discount In the “Apply Discount” screen you can preselect the % discounts...

ringing up a sale

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

Ringing up a sale with register by ability business is simple and easy. Note: You are able to split payments between cash, credit, and account.