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# Order Number Prefix

> Add a custom prefix to your order numbers.

## Overview

Customize your order numbers with a prefix that matches your business. This makes Knead orders easy to identify in your records, conversations, and invoices.

## Setting Your Prefix

1. Tap **Settings** in the main navigation.
2. Tap **Business**.
3. Find the **Order Number Prefix** field.
4. Enter your preferred prefix (for example, "KND-", "BB-", or your initials like "JS-").
5. Save.

## How It Works

Orders are numbered sequentially after your prefix. If your prefix is "KND-", your orders appear as:

* KND-001
* KND-002
* KND-003

The sequence continues from where you left off. Changing your prefix does not reset the counter or rename existing orders.

<Note>Good to know: Existing orders keep their original numbers. The new prefix applies only to orders created after you save the change.</Note>

## Choosing a Good Prefix

Keep it short — two to four characters works best. Some ideas:

* **Your initials** — "JG-" or "BS-"
* **Your business abbreviation** — "SB-" for Sweet Bakes
* **A keyword** — "CAKE-" or "KND-"

Include a dash or hyphen at the end for readability. "KND-001" is easier to scan than "KND001."

<Tip>Pro tip: If you use accounting software or a spreadsheet to track orders, match your Knead prefix to what you use there. It keeps everything consistent across systems.</Tip>

## Related Articles

* [Creating Orders Manually](/managing-orders/creating-orders-manually)
* [Order Statuses Explained](/managing-orders/order-statuses-explained)
* [Setting Up Your Bakery Profile](/setting-up-your-bakery-profile)

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