Fishing & Aquaculture Expense Tracker - User Guide
Thank you for using the Fishing & Aquaculture Expense Tracker! This guide will help you understand how to effectively use this tool to manage your fishing and aquaculture business expenses.
Overview
This expense tracker is designed specifically for fishing and aquaculture operations, with categorized expenses that are relevant to your industry. All data is stored locally in your browser, and you can backup/restore your data as needed.
Getting Started
- Company Details: Enter your company name and the date at the top of the page
- Input Expenses: Fill in the expense amounts in each category
- Save: Your data is automatically saved as you make changes
Expense Categories
The tracker is organized into seven main categories:
1. Operational Expenses
- Boat fuel & lubricants
- Fishing gear & nets
- Aquaculture feed & supplements
- Ice & cold storage supplies
- Water quality testing & treatment
- Packing & packaging materials
2. Maintenance & Repairs
- Boat & engine maintenance
- Net & cage repairs
- Pond/tank maintenance
- Equipment servicing
3. Labor & Staffing
- Fishermen wages
- Farm worker salaries
- Contract labor
- Training & safety programs
4. Licenses & Compliance
- Fishing permits & licenses
- Aquaculture operation permits
- Environmental compliance fees
5. Logistics & Transport
- Boat transport costs
- Fish transport & delivery
- Cold chain logistics
6. Administrative & Miscellaneous
- Office supplies
- Communication costs
- Insurance (boat, stock, workers)
- Marketing & sales expenses
7. Capital & Infrastructure
- Boat purchase or lease
- Fish farm construction
- Net, cage & tank installation
- Aeration & filtration systems
Features
Automatic Calculations
- Each category automatically calculates its subtotal
- The net total of all expenses is displayed at the bottom
- Values are automatically formatted to two decimal places
Data Management
- Auto-save: Data is saved automatically as you type
- Manual save: Use the Save button to force a save
- Backup: Download a JSON file backup of your data
- Restore: Upload a previously saved backup file
- Print: Generate a printer-friendly version of your expenses
Tips for Effective Use
- Regular Updates: Enter expenses regularly to maintain accurate records
- Backup Frequently: Download backups after significant updates
- Use Descriptive Names: Include details in the company name field for easy identification
- Review Totals: Regularly check category totals to monitor spending patterns
Technical Notes
- Data is stored in your browser's local storage
- The application works offline once loaded
- For best results, use a modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- Clear browser data will delete your saved information unless you have backups
Troubleshooting
- If numbers don't update, try refreshing the page
- If restore isn't working, check that you're using a valid backup file
- For printing issues, try using the print button instead of browser printing