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How to create your first asset in Easedesk

Step-by-step guide to creating a asset in the Easedesk Assets module. Required fields, what happens after, and common gotchas.

3 min read·Updated 2026-06-30

Quick answer

To create a asset, open Assets from the sidebar, click "New Asset", fill in the required fields, and save. The new record is immediately searchable and triggers any linked downstream automations (e.g. accounting posts, notifications, approvals).

Step 1 — Open the Assets module

In the left sidebar, click Assets. If you don't see it, your role may not have assets.view permission — ask your Owner or Admin to grant it under Settings → Users & Roles.

Step 2 — Click "New Asset"

The list view shows all existing assets. Click the New Asset button at the top-right. You will be taken to a clean form page with all available fields visible (we never hide important fields behind tabs).

Step 3 — Fill in required fields

Required fields are marked with a red asterisk. Tooltip help is available on every label — hover over a field to see what it does. Optional fields can be left blank and added later.

Step 4 — Save (or "Save & Add Another" for bulk entry)

Click Save to create the asset. If you want to add several in a row, the "Save & Add Another" button resets the form while keeping the page open. The new record appears at the top of the list view.

What happens after

Creating a asset may trigger downstream automations depending on the module — for example, posting a journal entry, sending an email, or starting an approval workflow. You can see all triggered actions in the Audit Log.

Editing or deleting a asset

Click the asset row in the list view to open detail mode. The Edit button is at the top-right. To delete, use the kebab menu (•••). Note: records linked to other entities (e.g. an invoice that has a payment) cannot be deleted — they can be cancelled or voided instead.

Frequently asked questions

How do I create a asset in Easedesk?
Open Assets from the sidebar, click "New Asset", fill the required fields, and click Save.
Can I import assets from a spreadsheet?
Yes. Most modules support CSV import. Look for the Import button on the list page. A downloadable sample CSV is provided so you can match the column format exactly.
Why is my "New Asset" button disabled?
Your role likely doesn't include the assets.create permission. Ask your Owner or Admin to grant it under Settings → Users & Roles.
Can I edit a asset after creating it?
Yes — click the row in the list view, then Edit. All changes are recorded in the audit log. If the asset has been used downstream (e.g. an invoice that has been paid), only certain fields can be edited.
What happens if I delete a asset?
Hard-delete is restricted for records linked to other modules. In those cases, the system will offer to cancel or void the asset instead so downstream history is preserved.
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