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# Point of Sale - Hardware - Cash Register

### Introduction

Cash registers are crucial for efficient payment handling and seamless transaction processing in a Point of Sale (POS) system. This guide outlines how to manage and add new cash registers.

**Accessing Cash Register Settings**

**Step 1:** Begin by navigating to your new order screen. To do this, tap the drop-down arrow marked as ( **a** ) or slide down the settings bar as indicated by ( **b** ).

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_w8qqyi.png)

**Step 2:** Next, tap on the **Advanced.**

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_1onzzuh.png)

**Step 3:** Select the **"Cash Drawer"** option from the **Advanced** menu to proceed with cash register management.

![Cash  Drawer](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/7/4/2/6/74260be74e639800/screenshot-2025-12-23-at-72737_newpto.png)

**Viewing and Selecting Cash Registers**

* **List of Cash Registers:** Displays available cash registers with details including device name, device type, and serial number.
    
* **Active Status:** Toggle the active status to select the preferred cash register for transactions. Ensure the checkbox next to the desired register is selected.

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**Adding a New Cash Register**

* **Add New Device:** Click the **plus (+)** icon to initiate adding a new cash register.


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* **Enter Device Details:**

1. **Name:** Enter a name for the new cash register.
2. **Drawer Model:** Select the appropriate model from the provided options.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/7/4/2/6/74260be74e639800/image_ehzsbo.png)

**Detecting Cash Registers**

* **Detect Feature:** Use the **“Detect”** button to scan and automatically recognize connected cash registers.

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/7/4/2/6/74260be74e639800/image_1po03kt.png)

**Troubleshooting**

* **No Cash Register Selected:** Ensure a cash register is actively selected to handle transactions properly.
* **Connection Issues:** Verify that cables are securely connected or check the wireless connectivity of the applicable devices.
* **Device Compatibility:** Make sure the cash register model is supported by your POS system.

Cash registers are essential for effective payment processing and cash management.