Custom Fields

Hey there, @Elam.

Currently, QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) doesn't have a feature to automatically calculate the total weight of each item in a sales order. This is because custom fields require manual data entry.

However, you can still display each item's weight on the form and manually compute it. Here's how:

1. Navigate to the Customers menu.
2. Select Create Sales Orders.
3. Fill out the necessary details in the form.
4. Go to the Formatting tab and choose Customize Data Layout.
5. Open the Columns tab and locate the weight custom field. 
6. Tick the checkboxes for Screen and Print to display it in the form.
7. Finally, click OK.

In case you want to know the different ways you can keep tabs on your customer transactions, check out this article: Get started with customer transaction workflows in QuickBooks Desktop.

You can always get back to this thread if you have other concerns related to sales orders. I'm only a reply away. Keep safe!

Thanks Jean. Having Quickbooks calculate the total weight, would be REALLY helpful. What are the chances they'll ever add that capability?

I appreciate your return to this thread and your request for further information regarding the potential for QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise to calculate the total weight of an item sale, Elam.

I recognize that you're fully aware that this feature is unavailable. Consequently, I encourage our Product Development team to send Feedback. They will carefully consider this option to ensure it meets your business needs effectively.

To send a feature recommendation, you can follow the steps below:

1. Go to Help, then choose the Send Feedback Online option.
2. Select the Product Suggestion option, then a pop-up window displays.
3. Type in your feedback request.
4. Once done, click the Send Feedback button.

Furthermore, to stay updated with the latest information on QuickBooks Desktop 2024, refer to this article: What’s new in QuickBooks Desktop 2024.

Let us know if you have further questions about managing your item list in your Sales Order in QBDT. The Community will assist you at any time. Have a great day ahead!