Free blank OrientDig research template
Download an 18-column CSV with one empty row for your own listing, QC and parcel research. It contains no products, verified QC, prices or shipping estimates. No sign-up is required.
Download blank CSV (18 columns)This is an independent worksheet, not an official OrientDig template or a buy-link converter. The download does not place orders or send research notes to this website.
Open and fill your copy
- Import the CSV into Excel or Google Sheets. Choose UTF-8 and comma-separated fields if prompted; import IDs as text.
- Fill the source URL, item ID and exact variant after opening the original listing. Record its price, currency and your check time separately.
- Keep QC evidence and its date with the matching variant. Use UNKNOWN when the evidence is missing or cannot be matched.
- Add measured parcel details and a current destination-specific quote only when available. Leave unknown numeric fields blank.
- Recheck the original item and the agent checkout before ordering. This worksheet cannot verify availability, authenticity or delivery.
Read all 18 field definitions
- Source URL
- The original seller listing URL. A category page is not an item source.
- Source item ID
- Copy the listing identifier as text so leading zeros are retained.
- Selected variant
- Record the exact size, colour and option you checked.
- Source price
- Record the current variant price. Leave unknown amounts blank, not zero.
- Source currency
- Record the currency shown beside that source price. Do not assume USD.
- Source checked UTC
- Record when you personally checked the listing, using YYYY-MM-DD HH:mm UTC.
- QC source URL
- Use the actual photo or report source, not a seller image presented as warehouse QC.
- QC evidence date
- Record the date supplied by the evidence source. Leave blank if unavailable.
- QC variant match
- Record whether the evidence matches the selected variant. Use UNKNOWN if not established.
- QC status
- Use UNKNOWN, REQUESTED or REVIEWED. REVIEWED describes your review, not a quality guarantee.
- QC notes
- Record observations and missing views. Do not assume another buyer received the same item.
- Destination country
- Record your intended delivery country before comparing parcel quotes.
- Measured weight kg
- Enter measured weight only when available. Leave unknown weight blank.
- Parcel dimensions cm
- Record measured length × width × height. Do not guess a carrier divisor.
- Parcel quote amount
- Record a current quote for the proposed parcel, separate from the item price.
- Parcel quote currency
- Record the currency of that quote; do not add mixed-currency amounts together.
- Parcel quote checked UTC
- Record when the quote was checked. A saved quote is not a delivery promise.
- Open questions
- Record unresolved item, return, parcel or destination questions before ordering.
What an OrientDig Spreadsheet Is
An OrientDig spreadsheet is a research reference that organizes product information into rows and columns. Each row represents one product reference, and the columns contain structured data such as product names, categories, seller notes, URLs, photo references, and QC notes. Spreadsheets help you scan and compare many product references efficiently instead of opening individual links one by one.
Spreadsheet rows are references, not verified facts. Links, prices, sizes, and seller information change without notice. Treat every row as a starting point to verify independently before acting on it.
Step-by-Step Workflow
Choose a category
Start in one or two categories, such as shoes or hoodies, so you can compare similar items without getting lost in hundreds of rows.
Scan the rows
Read each row for the product name, seller, and any notes. Flag rows with clear descriptions and recent QC references.
Check the links
Open each product link and confirm the page loads and matches the row description. Remove dead or redirected rows.
Compare finds
Build a shortlist and compare prices, sellers, and QC availability side by side within the same category.
Review QC photos
Compare QC photos against listing photos to spot differences in color, stitching, logo placement, and material.
Plan shipping
Estimate weight, choose a shipping line, and budget for customs before finalizing your selection.
How to Compare Product Finds
Comparing finds within the same category reveals quality and price differences that a single product check misses. Build a small comparison table with columns for product name, seller, price, QC availability, weight estimate, and notes, and fill it in as you research.
Systematic, focused comparison produces better results than opening dozens of tabs at once. Research one product thoroughly before moving to the next.
QC Photo and QC Finder Notes
Some rows link to QC photos showing the product received at the warehouse. Compare these against listing photos to spot differences in color, stitching, logo placement, and construction. Different categories need different checks — sneakers need sole and shape checks, while hoodies need fabric and print checks.
QC photos show one sample from one batch at one point in time. Always review the latest available photos and request extra shots if a detail is missing.
Shipping and Haul Planning Notes
Use category organization to group products by type and estimate total weight. Consider how many items you plan to include from each category, then compare express and economy shipping lines and budget for possible customs charges.
Review QC photos before submitting a parcel for shipping. Excluding a product after QC changes your total weight and cost, so be ready to adjust your plan.
Common Beginner Mistakes
Assuming all links work
Links change frequently. Check each link before relying on it.
Treating spreadsheet info as verified
Rows are references, not verified data. Confirm prices and sizes on the current product page.
Skipping QC photo review
QC photos are one of the most valuable research tools. Do not skip them.
Researching too many products at once
Start with a focused list in one or two categories and expand gradually.
Ignoring shipping costs
A cheap product with expensive shipping can cost more overall. Always calculate total cost.
Next: Learn About QC Photos
Now that you know how to use a spreadsheet, learn how to check QC photos with the QC finder before shipping.
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