> 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/invoicing-and-payments/invoices/invoicing-faq.md). # Invoicing FAQ Answers to common questions about creating, editing, and managing invoices in PaintScout. ## Do I need to accept the estimate first? Depending on your settings, **Create Invoice** may only appear for accepted estimates. ## Can I edit the invoice after creating it? Yes. The invoice captures the estimate at creation time. Later changes **do not sync** between documents. ## What if I need to invoice for additional work? Approved additional work transfers to the invoice. You can also [create additional work](/support/estimating/line-items-and-options/additional-work-change-orders.md) before creating the invoice. ## Can I create multiple invoices from one estimate? No. Each estimate creates one invoice. Use [payment requests](/support/invoicing-and-payments/payment-requests/how-to-create-a-payment-request.md) for deposits or progress payments. ## Will auto follow-ups continue to send when a payment is processing? No. Invoice follow-ups pause while a payment is processing. If the payment fails, follow-ups resume. ## Can I archive an invoice? Yes. Archiving removes an invoice from your active list. It remains available in reports and can be reactivated. 1. On the invoice, open the dropdown beside **Send**. 2. Select **Archive Invoice**. 3. Confirm the archive banner appears.
Screenshot showing the Archive Invoice option in the dropdown beside the Send button
## Can I mark an invoice as Paid myself? Yes. Change the invoice's status the same way you change an estimate's status: 1. On the invoice, click the status in the top left. 2. Select **Paid** from the dropdown. For more on statuses, see [How do I manually change the estimate status?](/support/resources/frequently-asked-questions/estimates.md#how-do-i-manually-change-the-estimate-status). ## Related articles
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Create an invoice from an accepted estimate and email it to your customer.Create and Send an Invoice
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