Trucks & Fleet · updated 2026-08-08

    How to edit a truck and complete its record in Dumpster Controls

    The same four-step wizard that adds a truck also edits it. Use it to fix details, update the mileage, and finish the documents and photos you skipped on day one.

    Before you start

    • A truck already registered. To create your first one, see the getting started guide.
    1. 1

      Open the wizard

      On the Trucks list, open the row menu and click "Edit", or open the truck's detail page and click "Edit" in the header. The "Edit Truck" wizard opens, showing "Step 1 of 4: Basic Info".

    2. 2

      Review "Basic Info"

      "Truck Name / Number" and "License Plate" are required (both are marked with an asterisk). "Model" and "Color" are optional. Click "Continue" to advance, or click the step bars at the top to jump.

    3. 3

      Review "Additional Info"

      Fill "Manufacturer", "Year of Manufacture", "VIN Number" ("Vehicle Identification Number, typically 17 characters"), and "Current Mileage". The mileage feeds the maintenance and oil change reminders.

    4. 4

      Upload "Documents" and "Photos"

      Step 3 has upload cards for "Registration", "Insurance", and "Odometer" ("PDF, JPG, PNG up to 10MB"). Step 4 has photo slots for "Front", "Right Side", "Left Side", and "Rear". Uploaded items show "Replace" and "Remove" actions.

    5. 5

      Save

      Click "Save Changes". A toast confirms "Truck saved". While adding a brand new truck, the final button reads "Add Truck" and the toast reads "Truck added".

    What happens next

    • When adding a new truck, uploading a file on the "Documents" or "Photos" step creates the truck immediately so the file has somewhere to live. That is why the wizard asks for the name and plate first: "Name and Plate are required before uploading files."
    • The "Docs" chips and the "Missing Documents" counter on the Trucks list update as soon as you save.

    Troubleshooting

    I get "Required fields" with "Name and Plate are required."

    "Truck Name / Number" and "License Plate" are mandatory. Fill both and save again.

    The wizard sends me back to step 1 when I try to reach Documents.

    You will see "Please fill in Truck Name before continuing." or "Please fill in License Plate before continuing." Complete the required fields first.

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