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# How to add Global Deductions

This article will walk you through the process of setting up global deductions.

###### __Article Content__

1. [How to add Global Deductions](#6-how-to-add-global-deductions)
2. [How to add Global Deductions (video recording)](#6-how-to-add-global-deductions-video-recording)

###### __How to add Global Deductions__

1. In the merchant portal, go to **Settings**
2. Then **Calculations**
3. Click **Global Deductions**
4. Fill out the details for Global Deductions 
                **Name**: what type of deduction this is for
                **Deduction Type**: Percentage or Flat
                **Deduction Amount**: if this is a percentage or a flat amount
                **Override Vendor Deductions?**: Replaces existing vendor deductions if ticked.  If unchecked, global deductions will be added to existing vendor deductions.
                **Vendor exceptions**: Choose which vendors are excluded from global deductions.  Vendor deductions (if any) will still apply
              ** Apply to historical orders?**: Recalculates deductions for all existing orders

![Global Deduction Settings](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/c/f/9/b/cf9b185a0b087000/gd1_wiylcz.jpg)
5. Click the **Save **button to save your preferences

###### How to add Global Deductions (video recording)

${frame}[How to add Global Deductions](https://www.loom.com/embed/55fd810668254974bbafcf80d088468d)