Data Grid Controls: Organizing and Managing POS Data
Introduction
Data Grid Controls are the backbone of efficient data visualization in iVendNext, transforming complex sales, inventory, and customer information into structured, interactive tables. This guide covers setup, customization, and best practices to help retail staff quickly access and manage critical business data.
1. Key Features of Data Grid Controls
1.1 Tabular Data Presentation
Displays transactions, inventory lists, and customer records in rows/columns
Supports sorting by date, price, or SKU with single-click headers
1.2 Real-Time Interactivity
Edit quantities directly in cells
Right-click menus for quick actions (refunds, stock checks)
1.3 Visual Customization
Alternating row colors for readability
Conditional formatting (e.g., highlight low-stock items in red)
2. Creating a Data Grid Control
2.1 Accessing the Data Grid Editor
Navigate to Home > Retail > POS Interface & Controls > Data Grid Control
Click Add Data Grid Control
2.2 Essential Configuration
3. Advanced Customization
3.1 Row and Column Settings
Alternate Row Colors:
Odd rows: #FFFFFF (white)
Even rows: #F9F9F9 (off-white)
Column Widths: Auto-adjust or set fixed pixels
3.2 Interactive Elements
Single/Multi-Select: Choose based on workflow needs
Header Tooltips: Add explanations for complex columns
3.3 CSS Styling
/* Highlight overdue payments */
.row-overdue {
background-color: #FFEBEE !important;
font-weight: bold;
}
4. Practical Applications
4.1 Inventory Management Grid
4.2 Transaction History Viewer
Group by date/hour with collapsible sections
Built-in search filter for receipt lookup
5. Performance Optimization
5.1 Loading Speed Tips
Limit to ≤50 visible rows (add pagination)
Disable unused columns in Properties
5.2 Mobile Responsiveness
Enable horizontal scrolling for small screens
Increase touch target sizes for tablets
6. Troubleshooting
Key Takeaways
✅ Operational Clarity: Transform raw data into actionable insights
✅ Staff Efficiency: Reduce search time by 60% with proper filtering
✅ Business Intelligence: Spot trends through sortable columns
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