How To Alter Packing Method In WooCommerce?

The blog post discusses the various packing method that can be incorporated into WooCommerce, which provides users with various options for packing and shipping products. We will also look into how you can add shipping methods suitable for your business to your WooCommere store.

Goods have to be packed before shipping. Packing plays an important role in the variations in the shipping cost. Employing the right packing method in your store will reduce the cost of shipping.

At the same time, not paying attention to packing will skyrocket your shipping charges. So, how do we pack efficiently? What are the best parcel packing methods available in WooCommerce?

The solution?

The one-stop solution for all your packing-related worries is the PDF Invoice & Packing Slip plugin for WooCoomerce by WebToffee. This plugin provides three parcel packing methods for its users to choose from. This article will help you learn different packing methods and will help you choose the right parcel packing method for your store.

How To Change Order Packing Method In WooCommerce?

  1. Navigate to the packaging type configuration page

    After the installation of the plugin, WooCommerce > Invoice/ Packlist > General > Advanced options.

  2. Select the WooCommerce order packaging type

    Scroll down to Packaging type.

    Select the appropriate type (pack items individually, box packing, and single package per order) and click on Update Settings.Packing Methods in WooCommerce

Supported Order Packaging Types

Pack Items Individually

This allows you to pack each item in the cart separately. The total shipping cost is calculated by adding the shipping cost of each item.

Box Packing

If packing items individually do not suit your business, then customize box sizes based on your requirement. Once you select this option, the following rule is displayed as shown below:

box packing sizes

To define a new box size, click the Add Box button. All cart items are packed into custom boxes defined in Box Size settings. The best-fit box is chosen automatically from the defined boxes.

This box dimension and weight settings are applicable only when Box Packing is selected. Based on your requirement, you can enable or disable a particular box using the checkbox under the Enabled column of the respective box rule.

Single Package Per Order

This allows you to pack all items of a single order as one single package.

Conclusion

The Packing Method selection feature is a game-changer for online sellers who want to reduce their shipping costs and ensure that the customers receive their orders in good condition. For instance, using custom box sizes and setting maximum weights for boxes can go a long way in streamlining your shipping process and improving customer satisfaction.

As an online seller, it’s essential to choose the right packing method to optimize your shipping process, and this blog post will help you do just that.

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