# 13. Tips & FAQ ## ❓ How do I add a new spool? 1. Make sure the manufacturer is already created (→ [Manufacturers](/Docs/En/05-Manufacturers)) 2. Make sure the filament product is already created (→ [Filaments](/Docs/En/06-Filaments)) 3. If needed, create the storage location (→ [Locations](/Docs/En/08-Locations)) 4. Go to **Spools** and click **"Add Spool"** 5. Select the filament and location, enter the weight, and save --- ## ❓ In what order should I enter data? For best results, we recommend the following order: ``` 1. Create manufacturers (Manufacturers) 2. Create colors (via "Manage Colors" in Filaments) 3. Create filament products (Filaments) 4. Create storage locations (Locations) 5. Create spools (Spools) 6. Create printers (Printers) – optional ``` --- ## ❓ What does the "Low Stock" status mean? Each filament has a minimum weight threshold (Min. Weight) defined when the filament is created. When a spool's remaining weight falls below this threshold, the spool is marked as **Low**. The Dashboard will then show a warning in the "Low Stock Spools" card. --- ## ❓ How do I change the color theme? In the bottom left of the sidebar there are buttons for **Default**, **Light**, and **Dark**. Simply click the desired theme. --- ## ❓ I can't see the Admin area – why? The **Admin Panel** menu item is only visible to users with the **Admin role**. If you need to perform administrative tasks, contact your system administrator to get the necessary permissions. --- ## ❓ How do I log out? Click the **→ arrow icon** at the bottom left of the sidebar next to the gear icon. You will be immediately signed out and redirected to the login page. --- ## ❓ I forgot my admin password – what can I do? If you are an administrator and no longer have access to your account, you can reset your password via the command line in the Docker container. **Command:** ```bash docker exec -it filaman-system-app python -m app.cli reset-password admin@example.com ``` **Notes:** - Replace `admin@example.com` with your actual admin email address - You will be prompted twice to enter the new password (hidden input) - The password must be at least 8 characters long - After a successful reset, you can log in with the new password --- ← [Back: Color Management](/Docs/En/12-Colors) | [Next: Plugin: BambuLab →](/Docs/En/14-Plugin-Bambulab) --- *This manual was created for FilaMan. For technical questions or issues, please contact your system administrator.*