How to Add Auction Items

Auction items are what supporters bid on. Each item needs details that make it attractive to bidders.

Accessing Auction Items

1. Open the auction
2. Click Auction Items in the workspace navigation

Adding an Item

1. Click Add New
2. Enter the item details:
   • Item Name: Clear, descriptive title
   • Item Description: Full details about what the winner receives
   • Item Photo: Upload an attractive image
   • Item Value: Fair market value
   • Starting Bid: Minimum first bid amount
   • Minimum Bid Increment: How much each new bid must increase
3. Optionally assign:
   • Donor: Who contributed the item
   • Item Type and Category: For organization and filtering
   • Purchase Instructions: How winners claim items
4. Use the Display On Public Form switch to control whether the item appears on the public auction form. New items are shown by default, and the switch saves on its own as soon as you toggle it
5. Click Save

Tips for Great Auction Items

• Use high-quality photos
• Write compelling descriptions
• Set starting bids at 30 to 50 percent of value to encourage bidding
• Group similar items by category