# Adding a Custom Line Item to an Invoice

Learn how to add custom line items to invoices in ARTERNAL for framing, shipping, installation fees, and other additional charges.

Written by Kalila Richards  
May 21, 2026

Table of contents

[How to Add a Custom Line Item](https://support.arternal.com/en/articles/15213573-adding-a-custom-line-item-to-an-invoice#h_97f6e60537)
[Common Use Cases](https://support.arternal.com/en/articles/15213573-adding-a-custom-line-item-to-an-invoice#h_fa2997b4e5)
[Important Notes](https://support.arternal.com/en/articles/15213573-adding-a-custom-line-item-to-an-invoice#h_1d76d62c43)

Add additional charges such as framing, installation, handling fees, or other non-artwork costs directly to your invoices using Custom Line Items.

Custom Line Items are useful when you need to invoice for services or expenses related to an inventory record.

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## How to Add a Custom Line Item

1. Go to **Invoices**
2. Create a new invoice or open an existing draft
3. Scroll to the invoice items section
4. Click **\+ Add Custom Line Item**
5. Press the **Edit** button beside the new line item  
6. Enter:
   - A description
   - The price
   - An optional image
7. Click **Save**

You can repeat this process to add multiple custom line items to the same invoice.
Once finished, you can:
- Send the invoice directly by email
- Download the invoice as a PDF

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## Common Use Cases

Custom line items are commonly used for:
- Framing costs
- Installation charges
- Crating or handling fees
- Restoration or conservation work
- Service-based charges

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## Important Notes

- Custom line items are separate from Inventory artworks
- They do not create inventory records
- They can be used alongside artwork items on the same invoice
- Optional images can help visually explain the charge to collectors

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## FAQs

**Q: Can I add multiple custom line items to one invoice?**  
A: Yes. You can add as many custom line items as needed.

**Q: Can custom line items include images?**  
A: Yes. Each custom line item can include an optional image attachment.

**Q: Do custom line items affect inventory records?**  
A: No. Custom line items are invoice-only entries and are not connected to Inventory.

**Q: Can I combine artworks and custom line items on the same invoice?**  
A: Yes. Invoices can include both inventory artworks and custom line items together.

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