Module 2
Editing Client Records
Client information changes — new phone numbers, updated addresses, corrected names. This lesson covers how to edit records safely with a full change history.
Opening a Record for Editing
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Find the ClientUse the search feature to locate the client's record.
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Open Their ProfileClick on the client's row to open their full profile page.
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Click EditClick the Edit button (pencil icon) at the top of the profile. The fields become editable.
What You Can Edit
| Field | Editable By | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Name | All staff | Update for legal name changes |
| All staff | Triggers duplicate check | |
| Phone | All staff | Enter digits only, formatting is automatic |
| Address | All staff | Full mailing address |
| Date of Birth | All staff | Cannot be set to a future date |
| Notes | All staff | Internal notes visible to staff only |
| Status | Managers+ | Active, Inactive, VIP |
| Location | Managers+ | Primary location assignment |
Saving Your Changes
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Make Your EditsUpdate the fields that need changing. Changed fields are highlighted with a subtle border.
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Review ChangesLook over what you've changed before saving. The system shows which fields were modified.
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Click Save ChangesClick Save to apply. All changes are logged in the activity history with your name and timestamp.
All edits are tracked. Every change you make is recorded in the client's activity log, including who made the change and when. This audit trail cannot be deleted.
Canceling Edits
If you change your mind, click Cancel to discard all unsaved changes and return to view mode.
Troubleshooting
Can't edit certain fields
Some fields (like Status and Location) are restricted to managers. Ask your manager to make these changes.
Save button is grayed out
No changes were detected. Make sure you've actually modified a field value. If the form looks stuck, refresh the page and try again.
Quick Reference
| Action | How |
|---|---|
| Edit a record | Open client → click Edit |
| Save changes | Click Save Changes |
| Cancel edits | Click Cancel |
| View edit history | Open client → Activity tab |