Manage vs. Display

Manage Mode

If a KDS screen is set to Manage, the station is responsible for controlling the timing of the entire order. It features a Start button that must be clicked to release the hold on other stations.

Display Mode

If a KDS screen is set to Display, the station waits for authorization before beginning preparation. Items appear with "HOLD (AWAITING START)" status and cannot be cooked initially. Once the Start button is clicked by the Manage station, items in the Display station are released for cooking. Staff can then begin preparation and mark items as ready once cooking authorization is received.