Selections Review
Customers make product choices through the Selections section of their portal.
What Are Selections?
Selections are choices customers make about:
- Finishes and materials
- Fixtures and hardware
- Colors and styles
- Upgrades and options
Selection Overview
The selections page shows:
- Progress Bar - Completion percentage
- Selection Groups - Organized categories
- Individual Items - Choices to make
- Status Filters - Filter by completion status
Selection Status
Each selection has a status:
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Pending | Not yet reviewed |
| Selected | Customer made a choice |
| Approved | Selection confirmed |
| Skipped | Customer skipped this item |
Making Selections
Viewing Options
- Customer opens a selection group
- Reviews available options
- Sees pricing differences (if shown)
- Views product images and details
Choosing an Option
- Click on preferred option
- Review selection details
- Click Select or Confirm
- Selection is saved
Changing a Selection
Before final approval:
- Return to the selection
- Choose a different option
- Previous choice is replaced
Skipping a Selection
If the item doesn't apply:
- Open the selection
- Click Skip or Not Applicable
- Item marked as skipped
Selection Groups
Selections are organized by category:
- Kitchen - Cabinets, countertops, hardware
- Bathroom - Fixtures, tile, vanities
- Flooring - Carpet, hardwood, tile
- Exterior - Siding, roofing, doors
- Other - Custom categories you define
Selection Details
Each selection may include:
- Description - What the choice is for
- Options - Available choices
- Images - Product photos
- Pricing - Standard vs. upgrade cost
- Due Date - When decision is needed
- Notes - Additional information
Adding Images (Customer)
Customers can upload images for selections:
- Open the selection
- Click Add Image or Upload Photo
- Select image file
- Image attaches to selection
Use for:
- Inspiration photos
- Reference images
- Current product photos
Selection Progress
Progress Tracking
The portal shows:
- Total selections required
- Selections completed
- Percentage complete
- Items remaining
Progress Widget
Dashboard displays:
- Visual progress bar
- Quick link to selections
- Items needing attention
Filtering Selections
Find specific selections:
- All - View everything
- Pending - Not yet chosen
- Selected - Choices made
- Approved - Confirmed selections
- By Group - Filter by category
Notifications
Customer Notifications
Customers may receive alerts when:
- New selections are available
- Selection deadline approaching
- Selections need attention
Staff Notifications
Your team is notified when:
- Customer makes a selection
- Selection is approved
- Customer adds notes or images
Setting Up Selections (For Staff)
Creating Selections
- Set up selections in the estimate
- Define options for each item
- Add images and pricing
- Set due dates if needed
Sharing Selections
- Go to project selections
- Click Share to Portal
- Customer receives notification
- Selections appear in their portal
See Selections for detailed setup.
Best Practices
For Clear Selections
- Include product images
- Provide detailed descriptions
- Show pricing differences clearly
- Group logically by area
For Customer Communication
- Send reminder for pending items
- Set realistic deadlines
- Be available for questions
- Acknowledge completed selections
Common Questions
Why can't my customer see selections?
Check that:
- Selections feature is enabled
- Selections were shared to portal
- Customer is logged into correct project
Can customers change approved selections?
Typically no - approved selections are locked. Contact your team to make changes.
How do price differences show?
Upgrade costs appear as additional amounts above the standard allowance.