Odoo 18 new report layouts and fonts
Introduction
In Odoo 18, you can create or customize report layouts and fonts for various documents, such as invoices, quotations, or delivery orders. The new features in Odoo 18 offer enhanced flexibility for report design. Here’s how to create or customize report layouts and fonts:
Steps to Create or Customize New Report Layouts and Fonts in Odoo 18
1. Enable Developer Mode
- Go to Settings.
- Scroll down and click Activate Developer Mode under the Developer Tools section. This enables access to advanced tools like editing report templates.
2. Access Report Layout Settings
- Navigate to Settings > General Settings.
- Scroll to the Reports section and find the options for Document Layout.
- Click Configure Document Layout to choose or customize the layout.
3. Choose a Predefined Layout
- Odoo offers predefined layouts (e.g., Standard, Boxed, or Modern).
- Select a layout style that best suits your business needs.
- Customize fields such as:
- Company Logo: Upload your company logo.
- Font Style: Choose from a list of fonts for your reports (e.g., Serif, Sans-serif).
- Colors: Set primary and secondary colors for branding.
- Preview the changes and click Save.
4. Customize Fonts
- To use custom fonts, upload your desired fonts:
- Go to Settings > Technical > Email > Templates.
- Edit the CSS section of a report template to include your custom font by linking a font file (e.g., Google Fonts or a locally hosted font).
5. Edit Report Templates
- To further customize the layout or structure, navigate to Settings > Technical > Reports > Templates.
- Open the report template you want to edit (e.g., Invoice, Quotation).
- Modify the HTML and QWeb template to adjust the structure or layout.
- Example: Add a custom header or footer, or rearrange sections.
- Save your changes and test the template.
6. Add a New Report Layout
- If you want to create an entirely new layout:
- Duplicate an existing report template from Settings > Technical > Reports.
- Rename the duplicated template and modify its HTML, CSS, and QWeb code to create a unique design.
- Assign the new layout to specific reports in the Reporting menu.
7. Apply the Layout to Specific Reports
- Go to the module where the report is generated (e.g., Invoices in Accounting).
- Navigate to Configuration > Report Settings.
- Assign the new layout to the desired reports.
8. Test the New Report Layout
- Generate a sample report to preview your changes.
- Adjust the layout or fonts if needed by returning to the template or document layout configuration.
9. Export or Share the Layout (Optional)
- If you want to share your custom report layout with other Odoo databases:
- Export the template via the Export option in the template view.
- Import it into another Odoo instance through the Import tool.
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Conclusion:
Customizing report layouts and fonts in Odoo 18 allows you to create professional and branded documents. Using the new layout configuration tools and the ability to customize templates, you can align your reports with your company’s identity. Whether you choose predefined layouts or create your own, Odoo 18 provides powerful options to make your reports stand out.
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