How do I create a category?
Categories help organize your menu into sections:
- Go to the Menu section in your dashboard
- Click Add Category
- Enter the category name (e.g., "Appetizers", "Main Courses", "Desserts")
- Click Save
Your new category appears in the menu list, ready for items.
How do I edit or delete a category?
To edit a category:
- Find the category in your menu list
- Click the edit (pencil) icon
- Update the name
- Click Save
To delete a category:
- Click the delete (trash) icon on the category
- Confirm the deletion
Warning: Deleting a category also deletes all items within it.
How do I reorder categories?
Categories appear on your menu in the order you set:
- Go to the Menu section
- Find the category you want to move
- Use the drag handle (six dots icon) to drag it to the new position
- The order saves automatically
How do I add a menu item?
To add an item to your menu:
- Go to the Menu section
- Find the category where you want to add the item
- Click Add Item within that category
- Fill in the item details:
- Name: The dish name
- Description: A brief description (optional)
- Price: The item price
- Image: Upload a photo (optional but recommended)
- Serving Size: Portion information (optional)
- Labels: Dietary tags like Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Ingredients: List ingredients and allergens
- Click Save
How do I edit a menu item?
To update an existing item:
- Find the item in your menu
- Click on the item or the edit icon
- Make your changes
- Click Save
Changes appear on your public menu immediately.
How do I delete a menu item?
To remove an item:
- Find the item in your menu
- Click the delete (trash) icon
- Confirm the deletion
The item is permanently removed from your menu.
How do I mark an item as unavailable?
Instead of deleting items that are temporarily unavailable:
- Find the item in your menu
- Toggle the Available switch off
- The item is hidden from customers but remains in your system
This is perfect for:
- Items that are out of stock
- Seasonal dishes
- Items you might bring back later
Toggle the switch back on when the item is available again.
How do I reorder items within a category?
To change the display order of items:
- Go to the Menu section
- Find the item you want to move
- Use the drag handle to drag it to the new position
- The order saves automatically
How do I add images to menu items?
Images make your menu more appealing:
- Edit the menu item
- Click the image upload area
- Select an image file (PNG, JPG, or WebP)
- The image uploads automatically
Tips for great menu photos:
- Use well-lit, appetizing photos
- Square or landscape orientation works best
- Keep file sizes reasonable (under 5MB)
- You can add multiple images per item
Can I add multiple images to one item?
Yes! You can create an image gallery for each item:
- Edit the menu item
- Upload additional images
- Drag to reorder images
- The first image becomes the primary/thumbnail image
How do I set the primary image?
The first image in the gallery is the primary image shown in the menu list:
- Edit the menu item
- Drag the image you want as primary to the first position
- Save changes
What information can I add to menu items?
Each menu item can include:
- Name: Required - the dish name
- Description: Optional - describe the dish
- Price: Required - the cost
- Images: Optional - photos of the dish
- Serving Size: Optional - portion info (e.g., "250g", "2 pieces")
- Labels: Optional - dietary attributes (Vegan, Spicy, etc.)
- Ingredients: Optional - list of ingredients with allergen marking
What are the menu limits?
Limits depend on your plan:
Free Plan:
- Up to 10 categories
- Up to 10 items total
Professional Plan:
- Unlimited categories
- Unlimited items
Upgrade to Professional if you need more capacity.
How do I move an item to a different category?
Currently, to move an item to a different category:
- Note down the item details
- Create the item in the new category
- Delete the original item
We're working on a drag-and-drop category transfer feature for a future update.
Can I duplicate a menu item?
Item duplication is not currently available. To create a similar item:
- Create a new item in the desired category
- Enter similar details
- Adjust as needed
How do I add serving size information?
To specify portion sizes:
- Edit the menu item
- Find the Serving Size section
- Enter the quantity (e.g., "250")
- Select the unit (grams, ml, pieces, etc.)
- Save changes
This information displays on your public menu to help customers understand portion sizes.