0. Requirements to use Scan2Ship

Requirements Checklist:

1. Shipstation or eHub Account You will need an existing Shipping Provider (either ShipStation or eHub account)
2. Shipstation or eHub API Keys Access to Shipping Provider API Keys:
   • ShipStation video: how to obtain API keys - https://youtu.be/iVoXJd8BhAM
   • eHub video: how to obtain API keys - https://youtu.be/bNMzIE6tUrQ?si=V_PErhjnkQRuOh5f

1. Barcode-enabled Invoices An invoice where the Order Number is displayed as a barcode. If you do not have access to barcode enabled invoices, you can use our free simple, no code, free Custom Invoice/Packing Slip Editor to create your own.
2. Shopify Order Printer App Needed in order to create Barcode-enabled invoices. Download direct from Shopify here.
3. Printer for printing invoices or packing slips.
4. 4x6 Label Printer for printing shipping labels.
5. Browser Chrome or Edge
6. Desktop or Laptop Computer Scan2Ship interface is not mobile compatible.
7. 2-D Barcode Scanner Note: barcode scanners not recommended below may work. Best practices are to test the scanner by opening the NotePad app, scan an order barcode and see if the data (order number) transmits efficiently to Notepad.

Scan2Ship Hardware:

Suggested Compatible Barcode Scanners:

• Motorola DS6878-SR Symbol Handheld Wireless
• Mini 2D Portable Handheld Bluetooth Barcode Scanner
• Symcode 2D Industrial Barcode Scanner

 Suggested Compatible Electronic Postal Scale with USB connectivity:

• USPS 25lb USB Postal & Freight Scale

 There are three ways to enter weights:

1. Manual Entry: enter the actual weight of your shipment manually.
2. Scale: if you are using a scale, make sure you are connecting directly to your computer. If you are using a USB Hub, make sure it is a powered version since the scale draws its power source from the computer or a powered USB Hub.
3. Calculated Weight: automatically pulls the weight for the shipment from Shopify and Scan2Ship combined. We have added the weight of the most popular box sizes and allowed for the average weight of packing material. If you add your own package/box sizes, you can add the weight of the package directly into Scan2Ship admin.

When you set your products in Shopify, there is an option to add the weight to each product. Below is an example of how to add weight to your products in Shopify:

Add your product weights into Shopify by going to Shopify Dashboard > Products > Click on each product > Scroll down to Shipping > Enter the actual weight of product > Click Save

NOTE ABOUT USING POSTAL SCALES:

We suggest using an electronic Postal Scale with USB connectivity to accurately weigh each package and transmit digitally the weight to Scan2Ship, Shopify and your selected Shipper. 

(*USB Connectivity means weight measured by the scale is transferred via USB cable to a connected computer.)

If you prefer, we offer a Setup Bypass which is our White Glove Set-up option. It is a free service! Click this link to set an appointment for your installation. Please allow 45 minutes+: https://calendly.com/scan2ship