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title: Adding and Managing Users
description: Setting up new users in Shop Controller is a straightforward process. This guide will walk you through each step to ensure your new employees can access the system and get to work quickly.
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# Adding and Managing Users
## Setting up new users in Shop Controller is a straightforward process. This guide will walk you through each step to ensure your new employees can access the system and get to work quickly.
#### Accessing User Settings
Begin by locating the user settings in your system:
- **User Settings Menu:** Click on your profile at the top right corner and select 'User Settings' from the dropdown menu.
#### Adding a New User
Once you're in the user settings:
- **Add New User:** Click the 'Add New' button to start inputting user details.
- **Essential Information:** The critical fields to complete are 'First Name', 'Last Name', and 'Username'.
- **Username:** Typically, this will be the user’s email address.
#### Assigning Roles
Defining a user's role is crucial for setting permissions:
- **Select Role:** Choose the appropriate role for the new user, such as 'Administrator'.
- **Link Role:** Click the 'Link' button to assign the selected role to the user.
#### Additional User Details
Though optional, these fields can be important for managing your team:
- **Position:** Used for reporting and organization within the company.
- **Adding Positions:** Click the plus sign to create a new position or go to 'Admin Settings' to manage existing ones.
- **Pay Type:** Specifies how the employee will be compensated.
- **Manage Pay Types:** Refer to the separate video guide for detailed instructions on setting up pay types.
#### Finalizing the User Setup
To complete the setup process:
- **Password Setup:** After saving the new user, you will be prompted to send them a password.
- **Text or Email Password:** You have the option to text or email the password to the new user.
- **Password Reset:** New users will be required to reset their password upon their first login for security reasons.
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