O/T eBay standard envelope

[bnorth]

I just sold my first item with this shipping method and have never bought anything using it. When I went to the print postage I did not see an option to just print it directly on an envelope. Am I missing something or do you have to print the label and tape it to the envelope? Thanks for any help.

[SSinneDD]

I'm assuming you're talking about printing it onto a sticker label? I typically just print it out on a standard piece of paper cut it out and tape it to the envelope

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[bnorth]

Originally Posted by SSinneDD

I'm assuming you're talking about printing it onto a sticker label? I typically just print it out on a standard piece of paper cut it out and tape it to the envelope

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Thanks, I will also just print and tape. I was hoping I missed the option of just printing directly to the envelope.

[SSinneDD]

Just after a quick Google search, I'm sure there is a way to print it directly onto the envelope, but it seems way more difficult than just printing it out cutting it and taping it directly.


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[Section103]

Cut and tape for me as well. Printing might be an option. but I would imagine it would be tough to get many envelopes (bubble mailers in particular) through the printer. I bet you could do it with the proper sized flat envelope and a little bit of experimentation.

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by SSinneDD

Just after a quick Google search, I'm sure there is a way to print it directly onto the envelope, but it seems way more difficult than just printing it out cutting it and taping it directly.


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I was looking for the PWE option.

OK after clicking on purchase. The last popup before you hit print to actually print has the option of changing the setting on the left side so you can print directly on the envelope.

For me I just couldn't get/find that option before I purchased the shipping.

[SSinneDD]

Originally Posted by bnorth

I was looking for the PWE option.

OK after clicking on purchase. The last popup before you hit print to actually print has the option of changing the setting on the left side so you can print directly on the envelope.

For me I just couldn't get/find that option before I purchased the shipping.

Curious to know if it comes out good printing it directly on to an envelope, a lot of the Google searches says it comes out kind of wonky when printed directly onto an envelope. A lot of people download it to a PDF and then adjust the sizing somehow and then print it.

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[bnorth]

Originally Posted by SSinneDD

Curious to know if it comes out good printing it directly on to an envelope, a lot of the Google searches says it comes out kind of wonky when printed directly onto an envelope. A lot of people download it to a PDF and then adjust the sizing somehow and then print it.

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I used a #10 envelope and it printed perfectly. I took out all my regular paper. Put in the envelope the way it is shown in my printer tray and slid in the guide bars to the envelope and hit print.

[SSinneDD]

Awesome I'm glad it worked out.

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[SSinneDD]

Assuming I have size 10 envelopes I'm going to have to give this a try on my next eBay standard envelope sale.

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[bnorth]

Originally Posted by SSinneDD

Assuming I have size 10 envelopes I'm going to have to give this a try on my next eBay standard envelope sale.

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It showed several different size options for envelopes. A #10 is just what I have.

[Zach Wheat]

Originally Posted by bnorth

It showed several different size options for envelopes. A #10 is just what I have.

Ben,

You can just print out the page on normal printer paper and then fold the paper into an envelope. This works great. Just seal the sides after folding.

I also use carboard stiffeners to keep the card from flexing during delivery and have never had an issue. This is a great way to ship cards relatively inexpensively.

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by Zach Wheat

Ben,

You can just print out the page on normal printer paper and then fold the paper into an envelope. This works great. Just seal the sides after folding.

I also use carboard stiffeners to keep the card from flexing during delivery and have never had an issue. This is a great way to ship cards relatively inexpensively.

Almost every time I have received a PWE with "stiffeners" in it. It also had postage due.

[npa589]

Generally if the shipper selects 1 oz, but has a stiffener - there will be postage due (even if under 1oz). In my experience just putting 2oz on it for 21 cents more or something like that (on ebay) eliminates possibility of postage due. 3 oz for 1.11 also is cheap.


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[philliesfan]

I also Print on paper and cut it and tape with packaging tape to the envelope. Works great for me. But I will need to try printing directly on the envelope.

[Bobmc]

FFIW

As a seller, I've used the Ebay Standard Envelope shipping method numerous times during the past 12 months. Successful results for USPS delivery tracking have been considerably less than 100% reliable using this shipping method, leaving the seller at risk for potential refunds and/or less-than-positive feedback due to the occasional lack of documented tracking results.

[CardPadre]

Originally Posted by Bobmc

FFIW

As a seller, I've used the Ebay Standard Envelope shipping method numerous times during the past 12 months. Successful results for USPS delivery tracking have been considerably less than 100% reliable using this shipping method, leaving the seller at risk for potential refunds and/or less-than-positive feedback due to the occasional lack of documented tracking results.

Well eBay has the whole process insured, so should never get any bad feedback left for delivery or tracking issues. If the buyer claims it didn't arrive, you just refund them and file a claim with eBay's insurer. They will reimburse you pretty much right away. It's very low-risk for sellers.

[SSinneDD]

Originally Posted by CardPadre

Well eBay has the whole process insured, so should never get any bad feedback left for delivery or tracking issues. If the buyer claims it didn't arrive, you just refund them and file a claim with eBay's insurer. They will reimburse you pretty much right away. It's very low-risk for sellers.

Does a PIP claim for an ESE not being delivered, get filed thru ebay (if so, how?) Or through usps?
Recently got a request for a refund on an ese sale. Buyer was refunded (i was actually left neutral feedback) but i have no idea how to file to get my money back.
Thanks in advance

[CardPadre]

Originally Posted by SSinneDD

Does a PIP claim for an ESE not being delivered, get filed thru ebay (if so, how?) Or through usps?
Recently got a request for a refund on an ese sale. Buyer was refunded (i was actually left neutral feedback) but i have no idea how to file to get my money back.
Thanks in advance

It's this link, through eBay. You can almost certainly get that neutral removed if you chat with someone on eBay, I would think. But here's the link and you just have to include some screenshots of the order details and the buyer saying he didn't get it and the tracking number.

https://www.pip-claim.com/PIPClaim/e...reateeBayClaim

[SSinneDD]

Originally Posted by CardPadre

It's this link, through eBay. You can almost certainly get that neutral removed if you chat with someone on eBay, I would think. But here's the link and you just have to include some screenshots of the order details and the buyer saying he didn't get it and the tracking number.



https://www.pip-claim.com/PIPClaim/e...reateeBayClaim

Thank you. Will give that a try.
As far as the neutral being removed, i already tried calling ebay to have them remove it, they will not. Its a sellers responsibility all the way until a card is delivered, even if it's lost by the shipper etc.
**you can request a feedback revision by the buyer - i just let it be - neutral doesn't hurt your feedback % score, only negs do**

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[CardPadre]

Originally Posted by SSinneDD

Thank you. Will give that a try.
As far as the neutral being removed, i already tried calling ebay to have them remove it, they will not. Its a sellers responsibility all the way until a card is delivered, even if it's lost by the shipper etc.
**you can request a feedback revision by the buyer - i just let it be - neutral doesn't hurt your feedback % score, only negs do**

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Yeah, I guess a neutral is just whatever. What is the furthest that item ever showed in the tracking status, was it scanned at some point in the journey or just never appeared in the system?

[SSinneDD]

Originally Posted by CardPadre

Yeah, I guess a neutral is just whatever. What is the furthest that item ever showed in the tracking status, was it scanned at some point in the journey or just never appeared in the system?

Side note- Sorry for hijacking OP thread.

The buyer did wait 2 weeks past delivery date, so I appreciated that.

OCT 11 was last info I got from tracking-

Oct 11, 2023
11:29pm
Origin Processing
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94188

Oct 11, 2023
10:23pm
In Transit
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94188

Oct 10, 2023
7:16pm
Tracking number provided

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by SSinneDD

Side note- Sorry for hijacking OP thread.

The buyer did wait 2 weeks past delivery date, so I appreciated that.

OCT 11 was last info I got from tracking-

Oct 11, 2023
11:29pm
Origin Processing
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94188

Oct 11, 2023
10:23pm
In Transit
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94188

Oct 10, 2023
7:16pm
Tracking number provided

All added info is way more than welcome.

Don't worry about neutral or even negative feedback. At most maybe 1% of eBayers care about it. It has always been a joke for most. I guarantee if a seller with a feedback of 3 with only 15% being positive. People would line up to bid on a card they are selling if they "need" it.

[UKCardGuy]

A plea....please DONT USE ebay standard envelope. or at least give an option for proper tracking.

From a buyers perspective, I HATE the ebay standard envelope. I actively go out of my way to avoid buying from sellers who use it.

The tracking doesn't work, they seem to take twice as long to get to me and 50% of them never arrive.

I kind of see the point of using it for a $1 card. But if I order a $20 card in decent condition to fill out a hole in a set, I'm happy to pay an extra buck or two for proper tracking.

[SSinneDD]

Originally Posted by UKCardGuy

A plea....please DONT USE ebay standard envelope. or at least give an option for proper tracking.



From a buyers perspective, I HATE the ebay standard envelope. I actively go out of my way to avoid buying from sellers who use it.



The tracking doesn't work, they seem to take twice as long to get to me and 50% of them never arrive.



I kind of see the point of using it for a $1 card. But if I order a $20 card in decent condition to fill out a hole in a set, I'm happy to pay an extra buck or two for proper tracking.

Oh I agree 100%, I'm not a big fan of the eBay standard envelope. These were for $5 cards, anything closer to $20 I usually just charge them a buck or two and then cover the rest

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[bnorth]

Originally Posted by UKCardGuy

A plea....please DONT USE ebay standard envelope. or at least give an option for proper tracking.

From a buyers perspective, I HATE the ebay standard envelope. I actively go out of my way to avoid buying from sellers who use it.

The tracking doesn't work, they seem to take twice as long to get to me and 50% of them never arrive.

I kind of see the point of using it for a $1 card. But if I order a $20 card in decent condition to fill out a hole in a set, I'm happy to pay an extra buck or two for proper tracking.

Now I will have to go look to see if you can offer multiple ways to ship. EDITED to add I looked and you can offer multiple shipping options. Been on eBay for 25 years and never noticed that. Now to go edit listings.

I agree and just recently decided to sell some $10 or less cards on eBay and figured I would try it for them.

If 50% never arrive it is because they never got sent IMHO. Like many others I have sent 100s of cards in a PWE(not eBay) and never had one not arrive.