How to Record the Purchase of Equipment in Xero
- George Apostolov
How to Record the Purchase of Equipment in Xero: step-by-step guide
On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'.
Choose 'Journal Report' from the list of options.
After that, click 'Go To Manual Journals'.
Find and open the journal you wish to use for recording the purchase of equipment.
Subsequently, click the 'Journal Options' button in the top-right corner.
Tap 'Edit' to proceed.
Following that, tap an empty line and enter the necessary details related to the purchase of equipment, particularly the Description, Account, Tax Rate, Region, and Amount (Credit or Debit).
Once done, tap 'Post' to apply the changes.
After completing these steps, your purchase of equipment will be recorded in the selected Xero journal.
Quick answer: To record the purchase of equipment in Xero, navigate to the Journal Report via Accounting, select Go To Manual Journals, open your chosen journal, and click Edit under Journal Options. Enter the purchase details on an empty line, including Description, Account, Tax Rate, Region, and Amount, then tap Post to save.
About this Xero tutorial
Record equipment purchases in Xero using manual journals. Access your journal, input transaction details, and post changes easily. This guide shows how to record the Purchase of Equipment in Xero in 9 steps, starting with "On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, your purchase of equipment will be recorded in the select...". 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 record the Purchase of Equipment in Xero?
9 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 Record the Vehicle Purchase in Xero, How to Refresh the Bank Feeds in Xero and How to Refund a Paid Invoice in Xero. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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