How do I navigate the Statistics Record page in ShopStats.ai?

Learn how to use the Statistics Record page to view and analyze key metrics and trends for your business, including sales, products, materials, customers, and expenses.

The Statistics Record page in ShopStats.ai provides a comprehensive overview of your business performance through various statistical charts and graphs. This guide will help you navigate through the different sections and understand the information presented.

1. Accessing the Statistics Record Page

Log in to your ShopStats.ai account.
Navigate to the "Statistics" section in the main menu.

2. Overview of the Statistics Record Page

The page is divided into several sections, each focusing on different aspects of your business.
You'll see charts for Sales by Date, Top Selling Products, Most Used Materials, Repeat Customers, and Recurring Expenses.
The layout adjusts based on your device, with a more compact view on mobile devices.

3. Sales by Date

This section provides an overview of your sales trends over time:

View an area chart showing sales data over time.
Use the date range selector to adjust the time period displayed.
Toggle between daily, weekly, and monthly views.
Overlay US Holidays or US Tax Deadlines on the chart for context.
See the total sales amount for the selected period.
On mobile, access additional options through the "More" menu.

Tip: Use the overlay feature to identify how holidays or tax deadlines might impact your sales patterns.

4. Top Selling Products

This chart shows your best-performing products:

View a bar chart of your top-selling products.
Toggle between viewing by total sales value or by quantity sold.
Hover over (or tap on mobile) bars to see detailed information.
Scroll through the product names below the chart if there are many entries.
If applicable, view information about estimated sales.

Note: Estimated sales are indicated when exact data is not available. Use this information as a guide rather than an exact figure.

5. Most Used Materials

This section displays information about your most frequently used materials:

See a donut chart representing your most used materials.
Toggle between viewing by total cost or by count of products using the material.
Click on (or tap on mobile) chart segments to highlight and view detailed information.
Scroll through the material names below the chart if there are many entries.

Tip: Use this chart to identify which materials are most critical to your business and may require closer inventory management.

6. Repeat Customers

This section shows information about your returning customers:

View a list or grid of customers who have made multiple purchases.
See total spent, number of purchases, and last purchase date for each customer.
On desktop, use the data grid to sort and filter the information.
On mobile, scroll through a list view with pagination.
Access individual sale details through the menu in the "Purchases" column.

Caution: Ensure you comply with data protection regulations when handling customer information.

7. Recurring Expenses

This chart provides insights into your regular expenses:

View a list or grid of expenses that occur multiple times.
See the expense amount, number of occurrences, and last date for each expense.
Expenses are color-coded and have icons based on their category.
On desktop, use the data grid to sort and filter the information.
On mobile, scroll through a list view with pagination.

Warning: Regularly review your recurring expenses to ensure you're not overspending on unnecessary items.

8. Mobile vs. Desktop View

On mobile devices, the layout changes to a single-column view for easier navigation.
Some interactive features may be simplified or accessed through additional menus on mobile.

9. Loading and Error States

While data is being fetched, you'll see a loading indicator.
If there's an error retrieving data, an error message will be displayed with instructions to try again later.

Tip: Regularly review all sections of the Statistics Record page to gain a comprehensive understanding of your business performance across different areas.

Note: The exact data displayed and available features may vary depending on your ShopStats.ai plan and the amount of data in your account.

Remember, the Statistics Record page is a powerful tool for analyzing your business performance. By regularly reviewing these statistics, you can identify trends, make informed decisions, and optimize your business operations.

If you need help understanding any specific chart or feature on the Statistics Record page, don't hesitate to contact our support team for assistance.