# Item Display Order
**YouTube:** [How to Configure Item Display Order in Edit Mode in Purchase Orders?](https://youtu.be/aHk7FFANYUs)
## How to Configure Item Display Order in Edit Mode in Purchase Orders?
This tutorial explains how to configure the **Item Display Order** in Purchase Orders in Logic ERP. This feature allows you to control how items are arranged—alphabetically, company-wise, by code, or in entry sequence—making it easier to review and manage orders.
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### **Objective of This Feature**
* Customize how items are displayed in Purchase Orders
* Improve readability and organization of item lists
* Enable sorting based on business preference
* Enhance efficiency during order review
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#### **Access to the Purchase Order Configuration**
* Go to **Purchase Order Module**
* Open **Configuration Window**
* Navigate to **Other Settings**
* Locate the option labeled as:
> **“Item Display Order”**
* Click **OK** to apply changes.
**Default Setting**
* **Item Name:** Items are displayed in **Alphabetical Order.**
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### **Item Display Order as: Item Name (Default Behavior)**
* Create a **New Purchase Order**
* Enter **Supplier Name**
* Add items in **random order**
* Save the Purchase Order
**Result**
* When reopened in **Modify Mode**,
* Items are arranged **alphabetically by Item Name**
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### **Item Display Order as: Set Company + Item Name**
* Go back to the **Purchase Order Configuration.**
* Change option to: **Company + Item Name**
* Click **Save**
**Result**
* **Items are:**
* Grouped **Company-Wise**
* Then sorted **alphabetically within each Company**
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### **Item Display Order as: Set Item Code**
* Go back to the **Purchase Order Configuration.**
* Select: **Item Code**
* Click **Save**
**Result**
* Items are Sorted:
* **Numerically** (for numeric codes)
* **Alphabetically** (for alphanumeric codes)
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### **Item Display Order as: Set Serial Number**
* Go back to the **Purchase Order Configuration.**
* Select: **Serial Number**
* Click **Save**
**Result**
* Items are displayed in the **exact order of entry**
* Maintains original transaction sequence
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### **Key Benefits**
* Flexible item sorting options
* Better visibility and organization
* Easier review and verification
* Improved user experience
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### **Best Practice Tips**
* Use **Item Name** for simple alphabetical sorting
* Use **Company + Item Name** for multi-brand businesses
* Use **Serial Number** to maintain entry sequence
* Choose based on operational requirements
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### **Final Outcome**
* Items are displayed as per selected configuration
* Purchase Orders become more structured and readable
* Users can customize sorting as per business needs
* Overall efficiency and clarity are improved
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