How-To Guide

How to Use the Litbuy Spreadsheet — Complete Guide

This guide walks you through every step of using the Litbuy Spreadsheet: from searching for products to comparing batches, reading QC photos, and placing your order through LITBUY agent.

Step-by-Step: How to Use the Litbuy Spreadsheet

1

Start with a Category, Not the Full Database

The Litbuy Spreadsheet covers 10,000+ products. Don't browse everything — start with the category that matches what you're looking for: shoes, hoodies, bags, jackets, accessories, electronics. Narrowing to a category immediately reduces noise and makes the spreadsheet much easier to use.

2

Search by Product Name or Brand

Use the search bar to type the product name, brand, or model you're looking for (e.g. "Nike Dunk Low", "North Face jacket", "Louis Vuitton bag"). The spreadsheet will filter listings to matching products. Be specific — broader searches return more results but take longer to evaluate.

3

Read the QC Photos Before Anything Else

Each product listing includes QC photos from previous buyers. These show the real item — not marketing shots. Look for: material quality, stitching, logo placement, color accuracy, and overall construction. Multiple QC photos from different buyers for the same batch give you the most reliable picture of what you'll receive.

4

Compare Batches and Choose the Best One

Many products have multiple sellers or production batches at different price points. Don't automatically choose the cheapest — compare the batch ratings and QC photos. The community consensus on which batch is best quality is more valuable than saving a few dollars on a lower-rated batch.

5

Check Sizing Notes from Previous Buyers

For shoes and clothing, always check the sizing notes in the listing. Chinese sizing typically runs smaller than European or US standards. Most listings include buyer notes like "size up half a size" or "true to size for EU buyers." Ignore sizing notes and you risk ordering the wrong size.

6

Copy the Product Link

Once you've chosen a product and batch, copy the direct link to its Taobao, Weidian, or 1688 listing. This is what you'll paste into LITBUY to place your order. Make sure the link opens to the specific product — not just the seller's store homepage.

7

Paste the Link into LITBUY and Order

Go to LITBUY, paste your product link, select size, color, and quantity, then complete payment. LITBUY purchases the item from the Chinese seller within 24 hours, receives it at their warehouse, inspects it, sends you QC photos, and ships internationally once you approve.

Pro tip: You can consolidate multiple products in your LITBUY warehouse before requesting shipment. This reduces total shipping costs significantly if you're ordering several items from the spreadsheet at once.

How to Read the Litbuy Spreadsheet Listings

Each product listing on the Litbuy Spreadsheet contains:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest way to find a specific product on the Litbuy Spreadsheet?

Use the search bar with a specific product name or model number. If you're not finding results, try searching with just the brand name and browse the relevant category. The product finding guide covers more advanced search strategies.

How do I know which batch to choose?

Look at the batch with the most QC photos from multiple buyers showing consistent quality. A batch rated highly by 10 different buyers is more reliable than one with a single glowing review. Community discussions on Reddit (r/Repcnbuy) and Telegram also provide real-time batch quality updates.

What if a product link is broken or unavailable?

Sellers on Taobao and Weidian occasionally relist or remove products. If a link is dead, search for the same product by name in the spreadsheet — there may be an alternative seller for the same item. The spreadsheet is updated regularly to remove dead links.

Is the price on the spreadsheet the final price I pay?

No. The price listed is the product cost on the Chinese marketplace (CNY and USD equivalent). Your total cost through LITBUY will also include the agent service fee and international shipping to your country. See the full cost breakdown →