> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Pantry FAQ — common questions about Souschef Pantry

> Quick answers about Souschef's experimental Pantry feature — what to track, receipt scanning, pantry photos, and whether it stays up to date automatically.

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<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Should I add every grocery item?">
    No. Pantry works best as a lightweight list of long-lasting ingredients — not a complete inventory of everything you buy. Tracking fresh produce and other short-lived items usually creates more upkeep than value. Keep it small, or skip Pantry entirely if it doesn't fit how you cook.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What kinds of ingredients work best?">
    Long-lasting staples are the best fit today: spices, herbs, sauces, oils, condiments, baking staples, and dry pantry items. These change slowly, so a short list stays useful without constant updates.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I scan receipts?">
    Yes. Receipt scanning is available as an experimental way to add items. You photograph a receipt, review the detected items, then choose what to add. It can be useful to try, but we do not recommend it as part of an everyday routine yet while Pantry is still evolving.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I photograph my pantry?">
    Yes. Pantry photo recognition is also experimental. You can photograph a shelf or fridge, review what Souschef detects, and add the items you want. Treat it as something to try — not a required setup step.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Will Pantry automatically stay up to date?">
    No. Pantry does not automatically update as you cook or shop. You add, edit, and remove items yourself. That is why we suggest tracking only ingredients that stick around for a long time.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Related articles

* [Pantry](/using/pantry)
* [Shopping List](/using/shopping-list)

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