Split & Merge
Use Split on an open in-store order when guests need separate payments. Choose a check split when everyone stays on one order, or split an order when part of the table leaves.
Choose a split
Every open in-store order can use one of these check split options.
| Split | How it works | Use it when |
|---|---|---|
Split Evenly | Divides the total into the same amount on each check. | Everyone pays an equal share. |
Split Itemized Checks | Assigns dishes to separate checks. You can divide a dish across checks. | Each guest pays for specific items. |
Split by Amount | Creates checks for the amounts you enter, plus a final remainder check when needed. | Guests pay different dollar amounts. |
Open the order, tap Split, then choose an option in Split Options.
Split by amount
Use Split by Amount when guests want to pay different amounts, such as $30, $30, and the rest of the bill.
- Tap
Split by Amount. - Enter an amount for each check. Tap
Add checkwhen you need another amount. - Enter at least two amounts, then tap
Confirm.
The screen shows Remaining (final check) as you enter amounts. Selflane creates that final check automatically. When your entered amounts equal the order total, there is no remainder check.
For example, on a $100 order, enter $30 and $30. Selflane creates checks for $30, $30, and $40. You cannot enter more than the order total.
Each entered amount is the final check total. Selflane divides tax, service items, discounts, fees, and any existing tip across the checks proportionally.
Pay or change split checks
After splitting, tap Pay and choose the check you want to charge.
You can merge open checks before payment. If a check has a payment, void that payment before merging or rebuilding the split.
Split Order
Use Split Order when a guest leaves the table early and needs their own order. Use a check split when every guest stays on the same order.
Merge orders
Use Merge Orders when guests at separate tables want to pay together.
Related links
- Pay Order — take payment after splitting an order.
- Void Payment — void a split-check payment before changing the split.