Overview

This article explains how to use images effectively to drive sales without slowing down the system.

1. Strategic Image Applications

1.1 Conversion-Focused Visuals

1.2 Operational Visual Cues

• Employee-facing alert icons

• Payment method badges

• Multilingual instructional graphics

2. Creating an Image Control

2.1 Accessing the Image Editor

1. Navigate to Home > Retail > POS Interface & Controls > Media Control

2. Click Add Media Control

2.2 Core Configuration Settings

3. Advanced Implementation Techniques

3.1 Dynamic Image Binding

// Display seasonal images automatically 

function updateSeasonalImage() {

  const month = new Date().getMonth();

  const seasonalImages = {

    11: "winter-promo.png",

    0: "winter-promo.png",

    6: "summer-sale.png"

  };

  document.getElementById("promo-banner").src = seasonalImages[month] || "default-promo.png";

}

3.2 Performance Optimization

• Lazy Loading:

<img src="product.jpg" loading="lazy" alt="Organic Coffee">

• WebP Conversion: 30% smaller than JPEG

• CDN Hosting: For multi-location chains

3.3 Accessibility Compliance

• Alt text for all functional images

• Color contrast ratio ≥4.5:1

• Avoid text-in-image for translations

4. Sector-Specific Implementations

4.1 Fashion Retail

• Swatch color selector

• Outfit combination displays

• Size guide overlays

4.2 Electronics

• Tech spec comparison grids

• Warranty info graphics

• Connection diagram popups

4.3 Grocery

• Dietary icon system (Vegan/GF/etc)

• Recipe inspiration panels

• Produce origin maps

5. Troubleshooting & Optimization

5.1 Common Challenges

Here’s a quick look at some common issues you might run into.