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# Create a quote manually

Creating a quote manually allows you to personalize quotes for your customers while utilizing tailored customer and product settings. Follow the steps below to create a quote:

### 1. **Access the Create Quote Page**

* Navigate to the **Quote List** page.
* Click on the **Create A Quote** button to begin.

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### 2. **Quote Information**

#### **A. Customer Selection**

A customer must be selected or created to proceed.

1. **Select an Existing Customer**
   * The system automatically displays a list of existing customers from your store.
   * Customer details, such as contact information and shipping address, are automatically populated.
   * Select a customer from this list to associate with the quote.

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1. **Create a New Customer**
   * You can create a customer in one of the following formats:
     * **B2B Customer**:
       * Requires detailed information, including:
         * **Contact Information**
         * **Shipping Address**
         * Additional fields such as:
           * Billing Address
           * Location
           * Payment Terms
           * Catalog
   * **DTC Customer**:
     * Requires basic information, including:
       * **Contact Information**
       * **Shipping Address**

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#### **B. Product Selection**

Add products to the quote based on customer type.

1. **For DTC Customers**
   * Choose products directly from your store’s inventory.
2. **For B2B Customers**
   * Select products from specific catalogs or locations.
   * Apply price rules and quantity breaks relevant to the quote.
3. **Bulk Product Import**
   * Expedite the process by importing product details via an Excel file.

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#### **C. Payment Details**

Customize payment-related settings:

* Add **discounts** to include specific price reductions.
* Add **shipping fees** to incorporate delivery charges.

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### 3. **Finalizing the Quote**

* Once the quote is created, the system will automatically redirect you back to the **Submission List** page.

By following these steps, you can efficiently create personalized quotes for both DTC and B2B customers, ensuring an organized workflow.