The Inventory Snapshots tab shows historical snapshots of your inventory. Snapshots record stock levels, cost (COGS), and total inventory value at a specific point in time.
Find it under:
WooCommerce → StockTrack → Inventory Snapshots
What Snapshots Contain
Each snapshot entry includes:
- Date and time of snapshot
- Product
- Stock quantity
- Cost (COGS)
- Total value (quantity × cost)
The table footer also shows totals for all visible rows, giving you an instant overview of stock value across your catalog.
Filters
You can filter snapshot data by:
- Search term
- Date range
- Location
- Category
Filtering allows you to review specific product groups, focus on certain dates, or check value changes over time.
When Snapshots Are Created
Snapshots can be created in three ways:
1. Automatically (Scheduled)
Set the frequency in the StockTrack settings:
- Weekly
- Monthly (first day of each month)
Snapshots run in the background using Action Scheduler.
2. Manually (Run Snapshot Today)
Check “Run snapshot today” in the settings to generate a snapshot immediately.
3. Plugin Activation / Initial Use
If you run a snapshot early, it can serve as your baseline before adjusting stock or moving locations.
What Snapshots Are Used For
Snapshots are ideal for:
- Tracking inventory value month to month
- Spotting trends in cost changes
- Recording stock quantity over time
- Auditing warehouse adjustments
- Producing basic financial reports
They do not affect product stock or settings. Snapshots are read-only records.
