# Importing Areas
> Source: https://development.fuze-store.com/docs/store/import/areas

# Importing Areas

You can import areas and their units into Fuze Store POS to set up or update your floor layout in bulk. Areas represent sections of your store (like "Al Fresco" or "Main Hall"), and units represent individual spots within those areas (like tables or seats).

![The Import Areas dialog in the Fuze Store app showing a CSV file upload area and a Download Template button](/docs/store/import/import-upload-dialog.png)

## Step-by-Step Guide

1. Open the sidebar menu.
2. Go to **Store** and select **Store** from the list.
3. Select **Import** from the Store screen.
4. Fill in the import form:
   - Choose **Areas** from the Type dropdown.
   - Upload your file in **CSV** or **Excel** format.
     > See [Sample Areas.xlsx](#) for reference.
5. Click **Import**. Your areas and units will be added to the store.

## Field Reference

The import file contains both **area** rows and **unit** rows. Set the **type** column to indicate which each row represents.

| Field | Description | Required | Applies To | Possible Values | Example |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **id** | UUID identifier for the area or unit. Leave blank to create new. | | Both | | 123e4567-e89b-12d3-a456-426614174000 |
| **code** | Unique code for the area. | | AREA | | al-fresco |
| **type** | Whether this row is an area or a unit. | **Yes** | Both | AREA, UNIT | AREA |
| **name** | Name of the area or unit. | **Yes** | Both | | Al Fresco |
| **description** | A brief description of the area. | | AREA | | |
| **capacity** | How many people can fit in the unit. | **Yes** | UNIT | Numeric value | 5 |
| **status** | Current status of the unit. | **Yes** | UNIT | AVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE, OCCUPIED, RESERVED | AVAILABLE |

## Tips

- Review your data before importing to avoid errors.
- Download a sample export file first if you are unsure about formatting.
- Each unit row in the file belongs to the area row directly above it.
- Keep area and unit names clear so staff can identify them quickly.