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 How to create shipping labels
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 Follow these steps below
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 Shipping labels are essential for ensuring your parcels reach their destination. Here are some tips to help you create and attach shipping labels correctly.

### Address

#### Do’s

![Image of a shipping label](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/address-do-DOAoIL9_.svg)Do enter all address fields correctly and ensure you put the right information in the right field

#### Don’ts

![Image of a shipping label that is incorrect](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/address-dont-DK9Xx6HL.svg)Don’t write the words ‘postcode’ or ‘zip code’ in the postcode area – only the postcode itself should go in this space

### Print Quality

#### Do’s

![Image of a shipping label being printed](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/print-do-WwYoCvAS.svg)Do check the settings on your printer are at a high definition and change ink if necessary

#### Don’ts

![Image of a faded shipping label](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/print-dont-DXqn8jsH.svg)Don’t Send any parcels where the address is faded, or the barcode is pixelated

### Label Size

#### Do’s

![Image of a shipping label that is printed in A6](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/label-size-do-fd1wARXd.svg)Do cut your label down to standard size (A6) ensuring the barcode is still visible

#### Don’ts

![Image of a shipping label that is folded over](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/label-size-dont-4Crrj5YG.svg)Don't make your labels so small they can’t be read

### Label Placement

#### Do’s

![Image of a shipping label that is placed on the top of a box](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/label-placement-do-fhmcO_ty.svg)Do place your label flat on the top side of the parcel

#### Don’ts

![Image of a shipping label used to keep the join of a parcel](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/label-placement-dont-D_52dk4L.svg)Don't place it over the taped-up join of the parcel where it can easily rip

### Label Protection

#### Do’s

![Image of a shipping label that is placed on the top of a box](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/label-protection-do-BH2Rog_2.svg)Do use 6x4 thermal labels and printer if possible. Cover any paper labels with protective clear sleeve or clear tape

#### Don’ts

![Image of a shipping label used to keep the join of a parcel](https://samos-e.com/build/assets/label-protection-dont-D_JXovIS.svg)Don't leave any paper labels exposed to potential ripping or print damage

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