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Hoobuy Spreadsheet Checklist Before Saving a Find
Use this on one row at a time. If the photos, measurements or source link leave you guessing, the row is not ready to save.
Before you start, decide what the photos need to show
QC photos are useful only when they answer a real question. For a shoe, you may need the sole, heel and both sides. For a jacket, the lining and measurements may matter more. Write down the views you need before opening a photo gallery.
The seven-point checklist
- □ The item belongs in the category I am browsing.
- □ Photos show the details that matter for this product type.
- □ Sizing, measurements or fit notes are visible when needed.
- □ Price makes sense beside similar finds.
- □ Shipping weight does not ruin the value.
- □ The row is not just hype or a vague label.
- □ I can explain why I would save this find.
Score your row
Do not award points for missing information
“Not sure” is not a pass. If the row has no measurement, unclear photos or an unexplained weight, leave that point empty and write down the missing question. This prevents a polished title from quietly receiving credit for evidence that is not there.
The photo, measurement or destination directly answers the question. Award the point.
A clue exists, but the method or current listing is unclear. Research before scoring.
The claim comes from hype, familiarity or hope. Do not award the point.
The right photos depend on the category
For shoes, look for both sides, toe shape, heel and sole. Clothing needs front, back, fabric detail and measurements. Bags benefit from interior, hardware and scale photos. Watches and jewelry need dimensions and close detail. Do not give a row credit simply because it contains many images.
| Category | Minimum useful views | Measurement question | Common weak evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoes | Both sides, toe, heel and sole | Insole length and sizing method | One side profile only |
| Hoodies and shirts | Front, back, fabric and print detail | Chest, length and sleeve method | Size label without measurements |
| Jackets | Front, back, lining and closures | Chest, shoulder and length | Closed front with no interior |
| Bags | Exterior, interior, hardware and scale | Width, height and depth | No interior or scale reference |
| Accessories | Front, back, clasp or moving parts | Exact dimensions where relevant | Marketing photo without scale |
A three-minute second pass
- Reopen the source. Confirm the title, images and selectable options still match the spreadsheet row.
- Read only the missing fields. Do not restart the entire search; answer the questions that stopped the row scoring higher.
- Compare the top two. Keep the row with clearer evidence, not the one with the louder description.
- Record one unresolved risk. If you cannot name it, you may be overlooking it.
A good row example
A jacket row names the item clearly, shows front and back plus the lining, includes chest and length measurements, links to a matching source, sits near comparable prices and gives enough weight context to investigate. It earns its place even without hype.
A weak row example
A “must buy” hoodie row uses one cropped photo, lists only S/M/L, gives no fabric or weight detail and opens a source that does not clearly match. Its low price does not repair the missing evidence.
A compact note you can reuse
Copy this beside each serious candidate. Short notes make two rows much easier to compare than memory alone.
Save the row only if you can finish this sentence: “I am keeping this because…” If the answer is just “it is cheap” or “everyone has it,” remove it.
What to do next
Put your two highest-scoring rows side by side. Check the source link and weight one more time, then keep the one with fewer unanswered questions.