π Overview
The Virtual POS is a web-based version of the POS that allows you to place test orders to troubleshoot issues like:
- πΈ Incorrect pricing
- π§Ύ Modifier or tax issues
- π Item categorization problems
- π¨οΈ Printing issues
β οΈ Note: This article highlights some troubleshooting functionality, but does not represent the full capabilities of the Shift4 Venue software.
π How to Access the Virtual POS
1. Open a Browser & Go to:
https://[yourinstance]-pos.ordernext.com/
π Replace [yourinstance] with your actual orgβs instance name.
π§ Donβt know it? Contact venuesupport@shift4.com
2. Register the Device
If prompted:
- Scan the QR code with your phoneβs camera
- Log in using your Canopy credentials
3. Select the Correct Organization & Venue
- For multi-venue properties, contact support if unsure which to select.
4. Complete Initial Setup
If this is your first time, youβll need to configure the Virtual POS:
| Step | Selection |
| Device Type | Concessions POS |
| Menu | Select a menu |
| Receipt Printer | None |
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Done! Youβll now be prompted to enter your PIN to log in.
π Need your PIN?
Go to Canopy 2.0 β Settings β POS Accounts to retrieve it.
π How to Change Menus or Revenue Centers
- Tap the β° Hamburger Menu in the top-left
- Select Configuration
- Enter your PIN, then select Configuration again
β οΈ Manager PIN Required:
Make sure your account is set to Manager for configuration access.
- Choose the desired Revenue Center or Menu
- π Revenue Centers without POS Menus (like kiosks or mobile ordering) will not appear
- π Revenue Centers without POS Menus (like kiosks or mobile ordering) will not appear
- For Receipt Printer, choose None
- Click Next β Done
π Verify the active menu or revenue center at the top of the screen above the PIN entry field.
π How to Place Orders
β Add Items
- Tap any item tile to add it to the cart
- Cart total will update automatically
π Modify Items
- Items with modifiers will open a detail panel
- Select required/optional modifiers β click Update
π’ Adjust Quantities
- Click the item in the cart β change quantity β click Update
β Remove Items
- Tap the β next to the item, or click Clear Cart to remove all
ποΈ Apply Discounts
- Click the β icon next to Discounts
- Choose a discount
- Click Apply Discounts
π³ Complete the Order
- Choose a payment method in the bottom left:
- Tenders and Cash work in Virtual POS
- Tenders and Cash work in Virtual POS
- π Card payments are not supported, as this environment is not connected to a card reader
π After Payment
- Youβll see an order summary with an order number
- π To locate this order in Canopy 2.0:
- Go to Orders β All Orders
- Search using the order number
- Go to Orders β All Orders
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