Configuring Kitchen Settings for Products
The Kitchen tab in Tapa Office lets you manage how products are routed to kitchen printers and kitchen display screens. This ensures orders reach the correct preparation areas and are presented clearly to kitchen staff.
Print Name
The Print Name is used as an alternative to the full product name on kitchen dockets.
- It helps shorten or simplify product names for faster kitchen recognition.
- If no Print Name is set, the normal product name is used.
Example: use CHK PINEAPPLE instead of Chicken with Pineapple to fit more clearly on a docket.
Printers
Assigning a printer tells the POS where to send printed dockets when the product is sold.
How to attach a Printer to a product
- Go to the product and open the Kitchen tab.
- Select the Printers section.
- Click Attach Printer.
- Select the correct Printer from the list.
- Click Save.
Example: attach grilled items to the Grill Printer and desserts to the Dessert Printer.
Kitchen Displays (KDS)
Kitchen Displays show orders on screen rather than printing them. These are typically used at prep stations, fryers, and the pass.
How to attach a Kitchen Display to a product
- In the Kitchen tab, scroll to the Kitchen Displays section.
- Click Attach Display.
- Select the appropriate Kitchen Display, such as Fryer, Line Screen, or Expedite.
- Click Save.
Example: route chips and onion rings to the Fryer KDS, and burgers to the Grill KDS.
FAQ
What happens if I do not attach a printer or display to a product?
The product will not appear in the kitchen output.
Can I send the same product to multiple printers or displays?
Yes. You can attach multiple printers or displays if needed, and all selected destinations will receive the item.
What is the difference between Print Name and Product Name?
Product Name is used in the POS and reports. Print Name is optional and is only used on kitchen dockets.
Can I assign printers to multiple products at once?
Yes. Use the Product Select screen to choose multiple products, then use Bulk Edit to assign the same printer to all selected items.
Example: select all starter items and bulk assign them to the Starter Printer in one step.