The LoongBuy spreadsheet is an essential tool for organizing your Weidian and Taobao links. It helps users compare prices, track seller ratings, and calculate estimated shipping costs before submitting an order. This guide explains how to structure your shopping list, manage bulk purchases, and optimize your process when using LoongBuy as your China agent.
What is the LoongBuy Spreadsheet?
It's a structured document (typically an Excel or Google Sheet) that you provide to your LoongBuy agent. Instead of submitting individual product links one by one through their website or email, you compile all your desired items into this organized sheet. This format is the professional standard
Why Use the Spreadsheet? Core Benefits
- Save Time:
- Compare & Decide:
- Track Vital Info:
- Estimate Costs Accurately:
- Minimize Agent Errors:
- Compare & Decide:
How to Structure Your Shopping Spreadsheet
While LoongBuy may provide a template, a basic effective structure includes the following columns:
| Column Header | What to Enter | Why It's Important |
|---|---|---|
| Product Link (URL) | The full Taobao or Weidian product link. | The essential information for the agent to find your item. |
| Item Name / Description | A brief note describing the item (e.g., "Men's Black Hoodie - Dragon Design"). | Helps you and the agent quickly identify the product. |
| Size / Color / Variant | The specific option you want. | Crucial for ordering the exact product. Refer to the dropdown options on the product page. |
| Quantity | Number of units. | For bulk purchases of the same item. |
| Price (RMB) | The unit price in Chinese Yuan. | Allows for budget calculation and price comparison between similar items. |
| Seller Rating / Notes | Seller's star rating (e.g., 4.8/5) or key notes like "highly reviewed." | Helps assess seller reliability before purchase. |
| Domestic Shipping (RMB) | The shipping cost from the seller to LoongBuy's warehouse. | Often free, but some items/channels have a fee. Key for accurate cost summing. |
| Remarks / Alternate Choice | Instructions like "Contact if out of stock" or a link to a backup item. | Saves communication time and provides a fallback plan. |
Pro Tips for Saving Money
1. Price Comparison in One View
List similar items from different stores in adjacent rows. The spreadsheet format makes it easy to compare prices, seller ratings, and domestic shipping fees to choose the most cost-effective option.
2. Consolidate Domestic Shipping
When ordering from the same Taobao/Weidian seller, try to group items into one purchase in a single row (with multiple quantities/variants in the notes). This can often combine or eliminate separate domestic shipping fees.
3. Pre-Calculation is Key
Use the spreadsheet's SUM function to calculate the total domestic cost
4. Efficient Warehouse Consolidation
Once all items arrive at LoongBuy's warehouse, their staff will use your spreadsheet information to efficiently consolidate your package. A well-organized list helps them verify items quickly, reducing processing time and potential errors.
Your Efficient Workflow with the LoongBuy Spreadsheet
- Research & Compile:
- Review & Finalize:
- Submit to LoongBuy:
- Agent Quotation:
- Payment & Processing:
- Track & Ship:
- Review & Finalize: