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# Customizing Your KDS Settings

### Introduction

The settings module in the eatOS Kitchen Display System (KDS) allows you to customize and streamline your order management to fit your kitchen's workflow and preferences. 

### Table of Contents

[ **Category Filter**](#3-category-filter)  
[ **Enable Badge**](#3-enable-badge)  
[ **Grid Mode**](#3-grid-mode)  
[ **Horizontal Mode**](#3-horizontal-mode)  
[ **Instabug Off**](#3-instabug-off)  
[ **Logout**](#3-logout)  
[ **Main Printing Device**](#3-main-printing-device)  
[ **Mode Switcher**](#3-mode-switcher)  
[ **Printers**](#3-printers)  
[ **Revenue Center Filter**](#3-revenue-center-filter)  
[ **Servable Modifiers**](#3-servable-modifiers)  
[ **Sound Settings**](#3-sound-settings)  
[ **Stagger Mode**](#3-stagger-mode)  
[ **Status Settings**](#3-status-settings)  
[ **Sync**](#3-sync)  
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To access the settings, simply tap the **Settings** button on your KDS interface. 

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_1heykta.png)

**Below are the different settings you can adjust:**

### Category Filter

Tailor which categories of items are displayed on your **KDS** for streamlined order management.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_bj8e6j.png)

### Enable Badge
Activate badge notifications for pending tasks to keep your team informed and efficient.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_ohjekh.png)

### Grid Mode
Alter order displays to a grid layout for visual ease and better organization.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_no7g22.png)

### Horizontal Mode
Arrange orders horizontally across the screen to view multiple orders simultaneously.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_13x5a9y.png)

### Instabug Off
Turn off the Instabug feature if desired to minimize distractions.

![Instabug is ON](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_xyqji6.png)

### Logout
Securely log out of the **KDS** for user changeover and ensure your system stays secure.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_1xoezfb.png)

### Main Printing Device
Designate a primary printer for order tickets to streamline print management.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_8uf980.png)

### Mode Switcher
Switch between different modes such as Prep Station, Expediter, or other custom views to fit your workflow needs.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_11wh7hd.png)

### Printers
Manage your connected printers within the KDS network to ensure they are functioning correctly.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_bsqbef.png)

* **Test Printer**
Run diagnostics to confirm printer functionality and troubleshoot any issues.

* **Detect Device**
Allow the KDS to detect and connect to available printing devices for seamless setup and integration.

### Revenue Center Filter
Filter orders based on revenue centers like dine-in or take-out for more targeted order processing.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_6mzfxf.png)

Preferences and Settings: Access specific preferences and settings related to each revenue center.

### Servable Modifiers
Set up and customize modifiers that can be applied to menu items during order taking to cater to specific customer needs.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_1ddw4jc.png)

### Sound Settings

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_10wtrfi.png)

### Stagger Mode
Schedule the display of certain items to ensure timely and organized preparation of orders with different cooking times.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_ewht96.png)

### Status Settings
Allow users to configure time-based status indicators for their orders. Each status is marked by a color-coded circle and accompanied by its corresponding duration. 

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_mx1m41.png)

### Sync
Ensure your KDS is synced and communicating efficiently with other devices in your eatOS ecosystem to maintain operational harmony.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_1l6g6ec.png)

* **IP Address**
Enter the IP Address for your device's network connection to ensure accurate connectivity.

* **Manually Sync**
Trigger a manual synchronization if the automatic sync is not functioning or needs reinforcement to keep your data updated.

* **Status: Connect / Disconnect**
Display the current KDS network status and troubleshoot connection issues as needed.

By customizing these settings, you can optimize your KDS to better suit your kitchen's workflow and improve overall efficiency.