# Cartridges

The first table lists the cartridges that are new or in use. The second table lists the cartridges identified as end-of-life.

![A cartridge form](/files/J7ucDU2wx6AJ5z2AL2WH)

## Add cartridges in new status

* When cartridges is created, you can select numbers of item is needed
* click on **Add cartridges**

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You can add one or more cartridges.
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The status of the cartridge by default is **new**
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## Change a cartridge in used status

* To change the status of a cartridge, go to **Assets** > **Printer** > *Select the printer* > **Cartridges**
* In **Property**, select the desired cartridge, the number and click **Install**

![change status in used](/files/GTPvknkt1pjyOmtK8UJz)

## Change a cartridge in Worn

* To change the status of a cartridge, go to **Assets** > **Printer** > *Select the printer* > **Cartridges**
* In **used cartridges** tab, select the appropriate cartridge
* use **Actions** button
* Then select **End of life**
* Click on **Post**

![change status in used](/files/GEtIn9Nr8hKYFJKrk2eL)

## Change a cartridge to back to stock

* To change the status of a cartridge, go to **Assets** > **Printer** > *Select the printer* > **Cartridges**
* In **used cartridges** or **worm cartridges** tab, select the appropriate cartridge
* use **Actions** button
* Then select **Back to stock**
* Click on **Post**

![change status in used](/files/rnlGf1eN8XCcqtsw8e0g)


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