Searching by material code

# ScrapRight Training Guide  
**ScrapRight University: Using Material Codes for Fast Ticketing**

This guide explains **Material Codes** in ScrapRight — short, unique identifiers (alphanumeric codes) assigned to each material. They allow quick entry of commodities during ticket creation without navigating folders or buttons, speeding up high-volume ticketing (especially useful for catalytic converters, common items, or touch-screen setups).

**Benefits of Material Codes**  
- Type a short code (e.g., "SRUTest") → material auto-adds to ticket.  
- Saves time vs. clicking through groups/folders.  
- Ideal for repetitive materials or busy scales.  
- Works alongside folder navigation.

**Prerequisites**  
- Materials already set up (see ScrapRight 103 guide).  
- Workstation configured and assigned materials (see ScrapRight 104).  
- Admin access if adding/editing codes.

## Part 1: Assigning or Editing a Material Code

1. **Navigate to Materials**  
   - Go to **Materials** tab (top menu).  
   - Select **Materials** (main list view).

2. **Add a New Material (or Edit Existing)**  
   - Click **Add Material** (or open an existing one).  
   - In the popup:  
     - **Code**: Enter a short, memorable code (e.g., "SRUTest", "ALSH" for Aluminum Sheet, "CANS", "YC" for Yellow Brass).  
       - Can be letters, numbers, or mix.  
       - Keep unique and short (3–8 characters ideal).  
     - **Description**: Full name (e.g., "SRU Test Material").  
     - **Material Group**: Select group (e.g., Aluminum) — auto-applies compliance rules.  
     - Optional: Check **Exclude from DPS** (if no state reporting needed for this material).  
     - Set **Base Price** (e.g., $1.00/lb).  
   - Click **Save Material**.

3. **Assign to Workstation (Critical – Materials Won’t Appear Otherwise)**  
   - Go to **Admin** > **Configuration**.  
   - Select **Workstations** on left.  
   - Click your active workstation (e.g., "Admin Workstation").  
   - Expand groups → find new material (e.g., under Aluminum).  
   - Check the box next to it.  
   - (Optional: Drag to reorder for preferred display.)  
   - Click **Save**.

## Part 2: Using Material Codes on the Ticketing Screen

1. **Open a New Ticket**  
   - Go to **Ticketing** / **Transactions** screen.  
   - Start a new ticket (add customer, etc.).

2. **Enter Material via Code**  
   - Look at top right of ticketing area: Find the **Material Code** box/input field (labeled "Material Code" or similar).  
   - Click/type in the code (e.g., "SRU" or "SRUTest").  
   - Press **Enter** — material auto-adds to ticket with correct price, group, compliance prompts.  
   - Repeat for additional items (type another code → Enter).

3. **Alternative / Fallback**  
   - If code not found: Use normal folder navigation (click group → select material).  
   - For catalytic converters (or other quick-entry items): Codes are especially fast — type code instead of multi-click process.

4. **Verify**  
   - Material appears in ticket list with description, price, quantity fields ready.  
   - Proceed with weights, compliance (photos/ID if required), and payout.

## Best Practices & Tips

- **Code Strategy**  
  - Short & intuitive: "AL" = Aluminum, "YB" = Yellow Brass, "SHRED" = Shredded Steel.  
  - Prefix for categories: "AL-" for all aluminum (ALSHT, ALCANS).  
  - Avoid duplicates — codes must be unique system-wide.  
- **Common Uses**  
  - High-volume items (cans, #1 copper, shred).  
  - Catalytic converters (often require special entry/compliance).  
  - Touch-screen or keyboard-heavy stations.  
- **Troubleshooting**  
  - Code not working? Confirm:  
    - Material assigned to current workstation.  
    - Code entered exactly (case-sensitive?).  
    - Workstation saved after assignment.  
  - No code field? Ensure using latest version or correct ticketing mode.  
- **Maintenance**  
  - Review codes periodically (Materials list → sort by code).  
  - Train staff: Print quick-reference sheet of common codes.

**Example Workflow (Fast Ticketing)**  
1. Start ticket.  
2. Scan customer ID.  
3. Type "CANS" → Enter (adds aluminum cans).  
4. Type "YB" → Enter (adds yellow brass).  
5. Weigh/enter quantities → payout.

Material codes turn slow clicking into lightning-fast entry — perfect for busy days!

Next in series: Advanced ticketing shortcuts, catalytic converter handling, or price list assignments.

Questions? Reach out via Help Desk on Dashboard — mention "material codes" and your workstation name for quick help.

Thanks for watching ScrapRight University — make those tickets fly! See you next time.