Overview
This article describes how to create a set of predefined packages to use on a daily basis and automate your shipping processes.
It also explains how to automatically import the weight of an order item from certain eCommerce platforms.
How it works
Set up boxes based on the size and/or weight of what you ship.
When you print your labels, orders are automatically allocated to the correct box and labels are created without having to manually enter in dimensions or weight for each item.
1. Set up your boxes
Enter one or more preset boxes to select during the shipping process.
- Go to Settings, then select Package Setup.
- Click Add a new box.
- Enter the required information. See the box properties table below for reference.
- Click Save.
Box properties
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FIELD |
DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
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Name |
The name of the box as it appears on labels and in the package list. Your business may have a box naming system already which you can replicate here. |
|
Weight |
Weight of the box in kilograms when filled. Use this if your boxes always weigh the same amount. |
|
Make this the default package |
Select this option to make this default package size. This box will be selected each time you open the shipping screen. |
|
Height (cm), Length (cm), Width (cm) |
Height, length, and width of the box in centimetres. Used to calculate box volume for billing. |
|
Unit Type |
Select the type of package eg carton. |
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Add packaging weight to your box |
Allows you to specify the weight of the packaging material. This weight will be added on top of the box weight when shipping. Only use if your packaging material adds a significant amount of weight eg wooden crates. |
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Add minimum & maximum weight to your box |
Allows you to specify a minimum and maximum box weight in kilograms. |