Completing a Test Transaction Using Your Card Reader
After connecting a card reader to your Front Desk Display or directly to your iPhone or iPad, you can complete a test transaction to ensure the card reader is set up correctly.
To complete a test transaction, go to the Sales screen and select New Checkout.
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Add a service to the checkout and change the service price to $1. Learn more about applying a discount during checkout.
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Select Go To Payments and select the Front Desk or Card Reader payment button.
Complete the sale using a credit card. You will refund the payment once the sale is complete.
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Once the sale is complete, process a full refund for the transaction.
Once you have successfully completed a test transaction using your card reader, you are ready to accept card reader payments from clients. If you need additional assistance, please contact chat support.
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