How to manage Asset Categories
Asset Categories are preset groupings used to organise school assets. Categories cannot be added or edited — they are fixed by the system.
My School > System > Assets > System Lookup: Asset Categories
How do I view the asset categories?
Click the small arrow next to a main category to expand it and see its sub-categories.
Click Expand all to expand all main categories at once.
Click Print to print the list currently displayed on screen.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add or edit asset categories?
No. Asset categories are preset and cannot be changed. They are used to group assets when importing and managing the asset register. See the How to set up school activities and categories article if you are looking to manage achievement categories.
Last updated: March 2026 | Version 2.0
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