💻 How to sell electronics

Electronics buyers are checking two things: does it work, and is everything included. A dark matte surface (a desk mat is perfect) kills reflections, and soft overhead light keeps screens and glossy plastics readable. Photograph the serial number — it builds trust and protects you in a dispute.

📷 Photographing

• 🎨 Dark matte surface — reflects less light and makes the item the focus
• 💡 Soft overhead light, no flash — flash washes out screens and ports
• 📐 Front, back, all ports + buttons, any accessories, and the serial/model number
• 🔒 For sealed items: shoot the seal from every angle + all four box corners clearly
• 📦 Show what's included — cables, manuals, original packaging score big with buyers

📦 Packing & shipping

• 📦 Use the original box if you have it — wrap it in bubble wrap, then place in a snug outer box
• 🫧 Double-box fragile items: inner box fully surrounded by ≥2" of bubble wrap on all sides
• 🔒 Sealed items: do not open to inspect — ship as-is; document seal condition in photos
• 📮 Mark the outer box "Fragile" — USPS handles it the same but it helps with insurance claims
• 🏷️ Insure anything over $100; declare accurate value — replacement cost matters at claim time

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