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How to Edit Item Codes in Xero

Updated on:
May 12, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to update product and service item codes in Xero.

Quick summary

This tutorial shows how to edit item codes in Xero by navigating to the Products and Services section under Accounting and updating the Code field directly on the item record. Updating item codes in Xero ensures your inventory and billing references stay accurate and consistent across invoices and reports.


Steps

  1. On the Xero dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click Accounting.
  2. Choose Products and Services from the dropdown list of options.
  3. Find the item you want to update and click the More Options button next to it.
  4. Tap Edit to open the item editing form.
  5. Locate the Code field, clear the existing value, and type the new item code you want to use.
  6. Review your changes and click Save to apply the update.
  7. The item code for the selected Xero product or service is now updated based on your input.

📌 Why this matters

Keeping item codes accurate in Xero is essential for maintaining clean financial records, consistent invoicing, and reliable inventory tracking. Xero's Products and Services section lets businesses update item codes directly without recreating records, saving time and reducing errors. Accurate item codes also ensure that sales reports, purchase orders, and tax filings reference the correct products and services. For growing businesses managing large catalogs, the ability to quickly edit item codes in Xero supports better data integrity across the entire accounting workflow.
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