This guide is based on the latest version of DishTrack, currently available on the App Store. Android version coming soon.
Welcome to the Fiesta Dishware Collection App! This guide will help you make the most of the app to track, manage, and organize your Fiesta dishware collection.
On first launch, you'll see a welcome splash message saying "Welcome to Fiesta® Collection!" Tap "Let's go" to continue.
You'll then be prompted to import your existing inventory from a CSV file. If you have your inventory in CSV format, choose "Import"; otherwise, tap "Skip" to add items manually.
After onboarding, you'll see the main inventory screen, pre-loaded with the complete official Fiesta reference database including all shapes, colors, and their availability, so you can start adding your collection right away.
If you have your inventory in Excel or another spreadsheet, you can easily import it into the app!
📋 For complete step-by-step instructions, see the CSV Import Guide
Quick format overview:
csv
shapeName,colorName,quantity,condition,notes
Dinner Plate,Tangerine,4,Mint,Wedding gift set
Cereal Bowl,Lapis,2,Good,
Coffee Mug,Scarlet,1,Excellent,Birthday present
Key requirements:
- Use exact shape and color names as they appear in the app
- Quantity must be a positive number
- Condition and notes are optional
- The app provides detailed error messages for any import issues
📥 Download CSV template to get started with the correct format.
The app has two main sections, accessible from the bottom navigation bar:
The app also includes management tools accessible from the app bar:
The app includes comprehensive search functionality to help you quickly find specific items in your collection.
The Dashboard now features a powerful global search that lets you search your entire collection from the main screen:
"dinner plate", "bistro bowl", "teapot""scarlet", "peacock", "lapis""excellent", "good", "mint""holiday", "christmas", "floral""plates", "bowls", "mugs"The Inventory tab includes its own powerful search functionality:
"tea" will find teapots, teacups, tea sets"scarlet mug" finds Scarlet-colored mugs"excellent" finds all items in excellent condition"decal" or "holiday" finds items with decorative elements
"bistro" → Finds all Bistro shapes (including formerly known as names)
"22 oz" → Finds items by size across all shape names
"wedding" → Finds items with "wedding" in notes
"excellent scarlet" → Finds Scarlet items in excellent condition
"christmas decal" → Finds holiday-themed items with decals
The comprehensive search functionality works across all major areas of the app:
All search implementations share the same powerful features: real-time filtering, smart result display, and performance optimization.
When no results are found, the app provides helpful guidance: - Clear messaging: "No items found for 'your search'" - Suggestions: "Try different keywords or check spelling" - Easy reset: Clear button (X) to reset search
The app tracks the complete naming history of Fiesta shapes and automatically handles shape name changes.
Fiesta Tableware frequently renames shapes, which can confuse collectors: - Is "Bowl, Bistro - Small (22 oz.)" the same as "Bowl, Bistro - Small/Cereal (Coupe) (22 oz.)"? → Yes! The app shows you this connection. - Did I already track this shape under a different name? → The app automatically migrates your inventory. - What was this item called before? → The app shows you the complete naming history.
When Fiesta renames a shape and you update your data:
1. Smart Detection: The app identifies renamed shapes
2. Automatic Migration: Your inventory items are automatically updated to use the new name
3. Zero Data Loss: Quantities, conditions, notes, and all details are preserved
4. Clear Notifications: You see exactly what changed with before/after details:
📝 Naming Updates Applied
'Bowl, Bistro - Small (22 oz.)' → 'Bowl, Bistro - Small/Cereal (Coupe) (22 oz.)'
1 item updated in your inventory
In your inventory, you'll see historical naming information: - Blue history icon (🕘) next to items with naming history - "Formerly Known As:" text showing previous names - Educational context about how Fiesta's taxonomy has evolved
This feature provides valuable collector education: - Learn Fiesta's evolution: Understand how Homer Laughlin has refined their product naming over time - Historical context: See the complete naming journey of your favorite shapes - Expert knowledge: Access information typically known only by advanced collectors - Collection insights: Discover connections between items you might not have noticed
Before Update: - Your inventory: "Bowl, Bistro - Small (22 oz.)" × 2
After Fiesta Renames and You Update Data:
- Automatic migration notification:
📝 Naming Updates Applied
'Bowl, Bistro - Small (22 oz.)' → 'Bowl, Bistro - Small/Cereal (Coupe) (22 oz.)'
2 items updated in your inventory
In Your Updated Inventory:
Bowl, Bistro - Small/Cereal (Coupe) (22 oz.)
Color: Tangerine • Qty: 2 • Excellent
🕘 Formerly Known As: Bowl, Bistro - Small (22 oz.)
Your inventory is displayed as a list showing: - Shape name and category - Color name with visual swatch - Quantity owned - Condition (if specified) - Notes (if added)
The list updates automatically when you add, edit, or remove items.
To modify an existing inventory item: 1. Tap anywhere on the item in your inventory list 2. The edit dialog will open with all current information pre-filled 3. Modify any details you want to change: - Shape: Select a different shape from the dropdown - Color: Select a different color from the dropdown - Quantity: Change the quantity you own - Condition: Update the condition description - Notes: Add or modify notes about the item 4. Tap "Update" to save your changes 5. You'll see a confirmation message that the item was updated
To remove an item from your inventory: 1. Find the item in your inventory list 2. Tap the trash icon on the right side of the item 3. Confirm deletion in the dialog that appears 4. The item will be removed and you'll see a confirmation message
The Wishlist has been completely redesigned with powerful search, organization, and visual enhancements to match the sophistication of the inventory system.
The Wishlist now includes comprehensive search functionality to help you quickly find specific items in your wishlist:
"dinner plate", "bistro bowl", "teapot""scarlet", "peacock", "lapis""plates", "bowls", "serveware"At the top of your wishlist, you'll see a comprehensive statistics summary:
This dashboard helps you understand the scope and diversity of your collecting goals at a glance.
Your wishlist is now automatically organized by category with collapsible sections:
The wishlist now features beautiful visual enhancements:
When your wishlist is empty or search returns no results:
The Add to Wishlist dialog features the same sophisticated interface as the inventory system with full decal support:
After adding an item, you'll see: - Pink heart icon with "Item Added to Wishlist!" confirmation - Shape and color summary of what was just added - Add Another workflow with convenient options: - Keep same shape: Checkbox to maintain shape selection for similar items - Keep same color: Checkbox to maintain color selection for color-focused collecting - Two clear choices: "Done" to close or "Add Another" to continue
Your wishlist items now appear with: - Shape and color information with visual color indicators - Decal indicators with amber star icons when items have decorative elements - Category organization with collapsible sections - Notes you've added fully searchable - Date when you added the item to your wishlist - Real-time search capability across all item details
Each wishlist item has two action buttons that work seamlessly with the new organization:
When you acquire an item from your wishlist: 1. Tap the shopping cart icon (green) next to the item 2. In the dialog that appears: - Set Quantity: Enter how many of this item you acquired (defaults to 1) - Select Condition: Choose the condition from the dropdown (Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor) - Update Notes: Modify or add notes about the item (your wishlist notes are preserved by default) 3. Tap "Move to Inventory" 4. Decal information is automatically preserved when moving from wishlist to inventory 5. The item will be automatically: - Added to your inventory with the specified details and today's acquisition date - Removed from your wishlist - You'll see a success message with a shopping cart icon
To remove items from your wishlist without adding them to inventory: 1. Tap the trash icon next to the item 2. Confirm the deletion in the dialog that appears 3. The item will be removed with a confirmation message
The enhanced wishlist is designed for optimal performance: - Smooth search: Debounced search (300ms delay) prevents lag while typing - Efficient rendering: Optimized for wishlists of any size - Responsive design: Works beautifully on all screen sizes - Resource cleanup: Proper state management prevents memory issues
We recommend checking for data updates regularly to ensure you have the very latest Fiesta shapes, colors, and availability information:
If you notice missing items, incorrect information, or have suggestions for improving the Fiesta database:
📧 Submit data update requests to: john@dishtrack.net
Include details such as: - Missing shape or color names - Incorrect availability information - New releases or discontinued items - Photos or documentation when possible
Your contributions help keep the database accurate and comprehensive for all collectors!
The app uses a smart precedence system: 1. GitHub data (highest priority) - Latest releases from the official repository 2. Bundled data (automatic) - Data included with your app version 3. Current data (fallback) - Your existing reference database
The app now features an intelligent migration system that automatically preserves your inventory during data updates, eliminating the "Unknown Shape" bug:
When the app detects shape name changes that could affect your inventory:
If some items can't be automatically matched, you'll see: - Clear Item List: Shows exactly which inventory items would be affected - Full Item Details: Shape, color, quantity, condition, and notes for each unmatched item - Two Clear Choices: - "Cancel Update": Keeps your current data unchanged - "Proceed Anyway": Continues update and removes unmatched items - Helpful Guidance: Note that you can recreate removed items manually after the update
The system handles complex shape name variations: - High Confidence (≥85%): "Canister, Large (9 3/4", 3 qt.) 4" → "Canister, Large (9 3/4", 3 qt.)" - Medium Confidence (≥70% + word overlap): "Vase, Bud 10" → "Vase, Bud" - Low Confidence (<70%): Requires user decision
Your personal data is completely protected during all updates:
No, your data is stored securely in the app's database and will be preserved during updates. Additionally, the new versioned bundling system automatically updates your reference data while keeping your personal collection completely safe.
Yes, use the backup feature to export your data, then restore it on your new device.
New colors and shapes are automatically included when you update the app - no manual action required! The revolutionary versioned bundling system ensures you always have the latest Fiesta reference data.
Yes, you can still use "Check for Data Updates" from the Gear Menu to get the very latest data from GitHub, though this is rarely needed since automatic bundling keeps you current.
No, you need to manually create backups and save them to your preferred cloud storage or other location. However, the app automatically creates backups before any data updates.
Yes! Simply tap on any item in your inventory list to open the edit dialog. You can modify the shape, color, quantity, condition, or notes at any time.
Currently, deletions are permanent once confirmed. Make sure to use the backup feature regularly to protect your data.
These dialogs prevent accidental data loss. All delete operations require explicit confirmation to ensure you really want to remove the item.
These features were removed to focus on the core collection tracking functionality. The app now uses the official Fiesta reference database that's automatically updated, ensuring accuracy and eliminating the confusion of custom items that couldn't actually be used in your collection.
Never! Automatic data updates only affect the reference catalog (available shapes and colors). Your personal inventory and wishlist are completely protected and never changed.
The new versioned bundling system automatically includes the latest Fiesta data with every app update. When you update the app, you automatically get the newest shapes, colors, and availability information without any extra steps.
On the app's startup splash screen, you'll see your current data version displayed at the bottom (e.g., "Data: v2026.06.14.01"). This information is helpful when contacting support or troubleshooting data-related issues. Simply take a screenshot of the splash screen to share your version information.
We hope you enjoy using the Fiesta Dishware Collection App! If you have additional questions or need support, please contact us through the app store listing.
For questions, feedback, or support, contact us at john@dishtrack.net.