# Card Payment

Card payments can be processed with either an integrated card payment or a non-integrated card payment.

## Integrated Card Payment

When a card terminal is integrated with the POS system, the two devices communicate directly. Once you select the card payment method on the POS, the exact amount is automatically sent to the terminal without the need to key it in manually. Once the customer completes the transaction on the terminal, the POS system is **automatically updated**, streamlining the checkout process and reducing the risk of manual errors.

> If a terminal that's supposed to be connected is not communicating due to a technical issue (such as Wi-Fi disconnection), a **"Force payment"** option will appear. In this case, you can proceed with **Force payment** to manually finalize the payment process.

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## Non-Integrated Card Payment

In a **non-integrated** setup, selecting the **Card** payment method on the POS will **not attempt any device connection**. Instead, the system will **immediately register the payment**, functioning similarly to how a cash payment is recorded.


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