> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.paintscout.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.paintscout.com/support/estimating/line-items-and-options/how-to-add-and-edit-a-line-item.md). # Add & Edit Line Items Add and customize line items on estimates including pricing options, materials, hours, photos, and notes for detailed project scopes. A line item in PaintScout is a fixed-price entry for work that does not use dimension-based production rates, such as furniture moving, power washing, or specialty finishes. ## How do you add a line item to an estimate? 1\. Click on the **Add Area or Line Item** button.
Screenshot showing the Add Area or Line Item button on the estimate
2\. Choose **Line Item**.
Screenshot showing the Line Item option selected from the add menu
3\. Select a saved line items from your **Account Settings**, or create a custom line item.
Screenshot showing the list of pre-made line items and the option to create a custom line item
*** ## What can you customize on a line item? * **Name and description** for the customer-facing estimate. * **Pricing** via hourly rate, quantity, or custom options — or no price at all. * **Materials, hours, photos, and notes** for detailed scoping. * **Visibility** — hide informational-only items from the work order to keep it tidy.
Screenshot showing the line item detail form with name, description, pricing, materials, and hours options
*** ## Save a custom line item to account settings When creating a custom line item, choose the option to save it to your settings. The line item then becomes available for future estimates. {% hint style="info" %} Saving a custom line item makes it reusable. Changes to the line item on the current estimate remain specific to that estimate. {% endhint %} 1. Click the three dots next to the line item. 2. Select **Save to settings**.
3. You will be prompted to select the **Estimate Type(s)** the line item will belong to. [Learn about Estimate Types.](/support/customization/templates-and-presets/what-are-estimate-types.md)
4. The saved line item can be found in your **Account Settings → Line Items.** This line item can now be applied to future estimates.
## Related articles
Line Items OverviewCreate reusable line items for fixed-price services, quantities, and custom charges.Line Items Overview
Line Items & OptionsAdd line items for fixed-price work, create options for customers, and manage change orders.Line Items & Options
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