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Guides1 April 2026

Setting Up Your First POS System: A Step-by-Step Guide

What You Need

To get started with BillBook POS, you need:

  1. A computer, tablet, or touch screen
  2. An internet connection
  3. A BillBook account (free to register)

Optional hardware (available in our shop):

  • USB barcode scanner
  • Thermal receipt printer
  • Cash drawer

Step 1: Register Your Business

Go to app.billbook.lk and click Register Business. Fill in your business name, currency (LKR), and owner details.

Step 2: Add Your Products

Go to Products → Add Products. Enter the product name, selling price, and barcode (scan it with your scanner or type it manually).

Step 3: Set Up Your POS

Go to Sell → POS. Your products will appear in the grid. You're ready to make your first sale.

Step 4: Connect Hardware (Optional)

  • Barcode Scanner: Just plug it in via USB — no drivers needed for most models
  • Receipt Printer: Go to Settings → Business Locations → set Receipt Printer Type to Browser-Based Printing

That's it. You can be up and running in under an hour.

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