Configure Software Settings

Software Setting ( Setting Module )

The Software Setting option in VIDYA allows administrators to manage important system-wide configurations such as SMS Sender ID, report storage paths, auto form numbers and more. These settings play a crucial role in customizing the software to match your school’s operational preferences.

🎯 Purpose of Software Settings

  • Define how reports and receipts are generated.
  • Set backup and data storage locations.
  • Control admission and fee functionalities.
  • Streamline daily administrative processes.
  • Go to the Settings Module.
  • Select Software Setting from the menu.

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📝Configure the Following Details


Setting

Description

Sender ID

Enter your school's official SMS Sender ID for message communication.

Receipt Default Page

Choose the standard size for the fee receipts (A4, half-page, etc.).

Receipt Date Active

Enable or disable the display of receipt date (Yes/No).

Receipt Discount Active

Enable this option to allow discounts on fee receipts.

Report Path

Click Get Path and choose the folder where Mark Sheets and Transfer Certificates (TCs) will be saved.

Backup Path

Click Get Path and select a directory to store database backups securely.

Auto Form No

Activate or deactivate automatic generation of student form numbers.

Form Prefix

Set a prefix (e.g., "VIDYA”) that will appear before form numbers.

Form Amount

Set the registration form fee amount.

Stop New Registration in previous Session

Prevent or allow new student registrations in Previous session.

Stop New Student in Previous Session

Prevent data entry for new students in previous sessions.

Stop New Fee Submit in Prev Session

Prevent fee entries in any past session to maintain data integrity.

Enable Ledger No Feature

Enable or disable ledger numbers for better account tracking.

Default Setting

Use this option to apply your current settings as the default configuration for the software.


💾 Save and Restart

  • Once all fields are filled and preferences selected, click the Save button.
  • The software will prompt a restart to apply changes.
  • Upon reopening, the new settings will be active.

⚠️ Important Notes

  • 🔄Software Restart Required: After saving, the software restarts automatically to apply the new settings.
  • 🗃 Keep backup paths updated: To ensure safe and consistent data storage.

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