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Seller Resources

1. Intro 2. Testing 3. Cleaning 4. Photographing 5. Pricing 6. Listing

7. Talking to Buyers 8. Fraud Examples

9. Selling Locally

10. Shipping Methods 11. Measuring a Shipment 12. Discounted Postage 13. Package Insurance 14. Selling Fees

15. Time to Sell 16. Disposing of Inventory

17. Useful Tools 18. Appendix

11. Measuring a Shipment >

Recording Accurate Box Dimensions

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1. Length

The length is the longest side of the package. Using a [tape measure], measure from the left edge to the right, and round up to the nearest inch.

2. Width

The width is the side perpendicular to the length and parallel to the ground. Using a tape measure, measure from the left edge to the right, and round up to the nearest inch.

3. Height

The height is the side perpendicular to the ground. Using a tape measure, measure from the bottom edge to the top, and round up to the nearest inch.

4. Weight

Using an accurate [postal scale], place the package on the scale and round the recorded weight up to the next ounce.

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Updated: 2024-12-09
First published: 2024-12-09