Package types

A package type is a reusable preset for a box, envelope, or mailer you ship in. Defining them once saves entering dimensions on every order.

Create a package type

1. Go to Settings → Package Types and click New package type.
2. Enter a name you’ll recognize (e.g., “Small box”, “Padded mailer”).
3. Set the dimensions (length, width, height) and the empty weight of the package.
4. Save it. The package type is now selectable when packing.

How package types are used

When you pack an order, choosing a package type fills in its size and tare weight automatically. Fiddle adds the weight of the items inside to calculate the total shipping weight used for carrier rates.

Field	Why it matters
Dimensions	Carriers rate by size; some use dimensional weight
Empty weight	Added to item weight for an accurate total
Name	Lets packers pick the right box quickly

Create a package type for each carrier-supplied box you use. Carrier flat-rate boxes often have set dimensions you can match exactly.

Package types are presets only. You can still override dimensions or weight on an individual package while packing.

Next steps

Use your package types when packing orders.