Complete User Guide - BeanFlow Academy

Complete User Guide

Master all features and operations of BeanFlow

From basic functionality to advanced operations, comprehensive guide to AI-powered bookkeeping

Features Overview

BeanFlow is a modern AI-powered bookkeeping tool that integrates Beancount double-entry accounting with advanced LLM technology.

Core Features

AI Smart Assistant

Natural language entry, invoice recognition, financial Q&A

Double-Entry System

Professional accounting engine based on Beancount

Invoice Management

Create, send, collect, and tax processing

Technical Features

Cloud Sync

Real-time data sync, multi-device access

Batch Import

CSV processing, custom import rules

Team Collaboration

Multi-user management, permission control

Dashboard Navigation

1. Dashboard Overview

The dashboard is your financial management center, providing key metrics and quick operations.

2. Main Navigation Menu

Transactions

View and manage all transaction records

Invoices

Create and manage customer invoices

AI Assistant

Smart bookkeeping and financial Q&A

Transaction Management

Transaction Entry Methods

Manual Entry

Traditional form entry for precise control

AI Smart Entry

Natural language to standard accounting entries

Core Concepts

Double-Entry Principle

Every transaction involves multiple accounts, ensuring debits and credits balance.

📊 Assets (资产)

  • • Assets:Bank:Checking
  • • Assets:Accounts-Receivable

💰 Income (收入)

  • • Income:Sales
  • • Income:Services

Best Practices

Recommended Practices

  • • Enter transactions promptly
  • • Keep descriptions clear and concise
  • • Use consistent account naming
  • • Back up ledger data regularly
  • • Use AI Assistant to improve efficiency
  • • Reconcile regularly

Avoid These

  • • Don't accumulate transactions
  • • Avoid vague transaction descriptions
  • • Don't mix personal and business funds
  • • Don't ignore small transactions

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