> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.movingbox.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Working with Items

> Learn how to add, edit, and manage items in your MovingBox inventory

This guide will walk you through the process of adding, editing, and managing items in your MovingBox inventory.

## Adding Items

MovingBox offers three AI-powered capture modes plus manual entry. Choose based on how many items you're documenting and how much detail you need.

### Choosing a Capture Method

| Method               | Best for                     | Speed    | Detail quality                                             |
| -------------------- | ---------------------------- | -------- | ---------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Single photo**     | One item at a time           | Moderate | Highest — full focus on one item                           |
| **Multi-item photo** | A shelf, cabinet, or surface | Fast     | Good — depends on photo clarity; up to 10 photos per batch |
| **Video**            | An entire room               | Fastest  | Good — frame extraction may miss fine details              |
| **Manual**           | Anything AI can't identify   | —        | Whatever you enter                                         |

**Single photo** gives the AI the most context for one item — use it for high-value or hard-to-identify things where accuracy matters. **Multi-item** is the sweet spot for shelves and grouped items; you can submit up to 10 photos in a single batch for broader coverage. **Video** is the fastest way to do a full room, but works best when each item gets a clear moment on screen.

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### Single Item

Best when you want the most accurate AI result for one item — electronics, jewelry, appliances, or anything with a brand or model number worth capturing.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Add Item">
    Tap the **+** button to open the camera.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Take a photo">
    Frame a single item clearly in good lighting. Pro users can take up to 5 photos from different angles for better identification.

    <Tip>
      For electronics or branded items, include a shot of any visible labels, model numbers, or serial numbers.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review AI results">
    The AI analyzes the photo and fills in item details. Review and correct anything that's off, then tap **Save**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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### Multiple Items (Photo)

Best for shelves, cabinets, drawers, or any surface with several items grouped together. Submit up to 10 photos in a single batch — MovingBox detects items across all of them at once.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Add Item">
    Tap the **+** button to open the camera.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Frame the group">
    Step back enough to capture all the items clearly. Good lighting and minimal clutter help detection accuracy.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add detail shots">
    MovingBox will automatically identify, crop, and organize images from a single batch. Feel free to grab a photo of that serial number, and we'll do our best to figure out where it goes.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review each detected item">
    The AI lists every item it found. Keep what's correct, edit anything that's wrong, and remove any false detections.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save all at once">
    Tap **Save** to add all kept items to your inventory in one go.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Multi-item detection works best when items aren't stacked or heavily overlapping. If something important is missed, add it separately with a single-item photo.
</Note>

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### Video (Entire Room)

Best for documenting a whole room quickly. Record once, review everything. Available with a **Pro subscription**.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Switch to Video mode">
    Tap the **+** button and select the **Video** tab.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Pan across the room">
    Move slowly so each item is visible for at least a second. Aim for 10–30 seconds of coverage.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review detected items">
    MovingBox extracts frames and identifies items from across the video. Keep what you want, skip the rest.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Video is fast but trades some detail for speed. For high-value items in the room, follow up with a dedicated single-item photo to get a more accurate record.
</Tip>

<Note>
  You can always improve a video-captured item later. Open the item, add more photos, and tap **Re-analyze** to get a more detailed AI result — useful for anything that needs a better name, value estimate, or description.
</Note>

[Full guide: Document Items with Video →](/02-how-to/work-with-videos)

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### Manual Entry

When AI can't identify something — handmade items, heirlooms, or anything without a clear visual — add it by hand.

1. Tap the **+** button
2. Tap **Add Manually**
3. Fill in the item details and optionally add a photo
4. Tap **Save**

## Editing Item Details

<Steps>
  <Step title="Find the Item">
    Navigate to your item list and locate the item you want to edit
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open Item Details">
    Tap on the item to view its details
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Edit Mode">
    Tap the "Edit" button (pencil icon) in the top-right corner
  </Step>

  <Step title="Make Changes">
    Update any information as needed:

    * Change the item name, label, or description
    * Update value or purchase information
    * Add notes
    * Assign to a different location
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save Changes">
    Tap "Save" to update the item with your changes
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Managing Item Information

### Adding Purchase Information

1. Open the item in edit mode

2. Scroll to the "Purchase Price" section

3. Enter details such as:
   * Purchase date
   * Insured or not

4. Tap "Save" to update

### Setting Item Value

<div className="grid grid-cols-2 gap-4">
  <div>
    <p>MovingBox offers three ways to set an item's value:</p>

    <ol>
      <li><strong>AI Estimation</strong>: Use the automatically generated value estimate</li>
      <li><strong>Manual Entry</strong>: Enter a specific value yourself</li>
    </ol>

    <p>To change the value:</p>

    <ol>
      <li>Open the item in edit mode</li>
      <li>Scroll to the "Purchase Price" section</li>
      <li>Enter or adjust the price</li>
      <li>Tap "Save"</li>
    </ol>
  </div>

  <div className="bg-gray-100 dark:bg-gray-800 p-4 rounded-md">
    <h4>About Value Estimation</h4>
    <p>AI value estimates are approximate and based on similar items in the current market. For insurance or appraisal purposes, consider getting professional valuations for high-value items.</p>
  </div>
</div>

### Adding Serial Numbers

For electronics and valuable items:

1. Open the item in edit mode
2. Scroll to the "Identification" section
3. Tap "Add Serial Number"
4. Enter the serial number manually or tap "Scan" to use the camera
5. Tap "Save"

<Note>
  For high-value items, recording serial numbers can be crucial for insurance claims and recovery of stolen items.
</Note>

## Deleting Items

### Deleting a Single Item

1. Open the item list view
2. Swipe to the left on any item
3. Select the trash icon to delete the item