How to Edit Item Codes in Xero
- George Apostolov
How to Edit Item Codes in Xero: step-by-step guide
On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'.
Choose 'Products and Services' from the list of options.
After that, find the item you want to edit and click the 'More Options' button next to it.
Tap 'Edit' to proceed.
Find the 'Code' field, then change its default input. Type the new code you want to use.
Once done, review your revision and click 'Save'.
After completing these steps, the code of the selected Xero item will be edited based on your input.
Quick answer: To edit item codes in Xero, navigate to Accounting, select Products and Services, and click More Options next to the desired item. Tap Edit, update the Code field with your new input, and click Save to apply the changes.
About this Xero tutorial
Modify item codes in Xero by updating product details in the Products and Services section and saving your changes. This guide shows how to edit Item Codes in Xero in 7 steps, starting with "On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the code of the selected Xero item will be edited based o...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Xero interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to edit Item Codes in Xero?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Xero data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Xero. Related guides: How to Edit Items in Xero, How to Edit the Conversion Balance in Xero and How to Edit the Invoice Items in Xero. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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