{"id":247032,"date":"2023-08-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/?p=247032"},"modified":"2025-11-13T15:17:24","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T15:17:24","slug":"how-to-ship-from-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/article\/how-to-ship-from-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Ship a Package from Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Feature-Image-2000-x-1014-3.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Feature-Image-2000-x-1014-3-1024x519.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8301\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Commuting from work to home and vice versa does give you time to catch up on your podcasts (you know we love podcasts), but at what cost? We spend so much time commuting to different spaces, and it adds up. Stamps.com gives merchants the ability to create and print labels with a few clicks and schedule carrier pickups. Additionally, creating a workspace to ship packages from home provides more flexibility for your workday. Build up your podcast backlog and start shipping from home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-benefits-of-shipping-from-home-nbsp\">The benefits of shipping from home&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past couple of years, many businesses and entrepreneurs have shifted to work-from-home and\/or hybrid operations. Shipping from home gives you more flexibility throughout the workday, as you aren\u2019t stuck in a communal office space and can create a more personalized workflow. You also don\u2019t need to worry about renting an office space, which can be costly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stamps.com<\/a> merchants can save up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/usps\/current-postage-rates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">84% on USPS shipping rates<\/a>. And when you ship UPS on Stamps.com, you get access to deep discounts\u00a0of up to 82% on UPS international services, 78% on UPS<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Ground services, and 73% on UPS Next Day Air<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> and UPS 2nd Day Air<sup>\u00ae <\/sup>services*. Shipping from home with Stamps.com provides you with more freedom throughout the day and saves your business time and money with affordable carrier services and no daily commutes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Discounts off UPS daily rates. Rates are limited to shipping from the U.S. only. Rates and any<br>applicable discounts are subject to change at any time without notice.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-organizing-a-workstation-nbsp\">Tips for organizing a workstation&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re new to shipping from home, the most difficult part is knowing where to start. There are supplies to be purchased and organizing to be done. Let\u2019s start with the basics. Here are a few supplies we recommend keeping on hand:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tape&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scissors&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free supplies from carriers&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thermal Printer&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bubble wrap&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kraft paper&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to take note of your supply list and use it as an inventory guide. Which supplies do you run out of faster than others? Which supplies never seem to be used? Avoid overstocking and understocking by using the handy list above.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-utilize-cost-efficient-organizational-supplies-nbsp\">Utilize cost-efficient organizational supplies&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating an <a href=\"https:\/\/help.stamps.com\/hc\/en-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">organized workspace<\/a> doesn\u2019t need to break the bank. Discount stores often have crates, organizers, and even some shipping supplies available. Also, check your utility closet, garage, and other storage areas for unused storage tubs, as they\u2019re a great resource for staying organized. If you\u2019re strapped for space, utilize your wall space! Purchasing racks and hanging shelves gives you more space while keeping supplies visible, decreasing the chance you\u2019ll buy supplies you already have.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of visibility, designate specific workstations for each step in the shipping process. Creating an organized space for label creation, printing, and packaging will help prevent applying the wrong label to the wrong order and boost customer satisfaction. It\u2019ll also save time in the long run, as you\u2019ll already have a system in place for the holiday season and other busy times.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creating-shipping-labels-through-stamps-com-nbsp\">Creating shipping labels through Stamps.com&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve created the workplace of your dreams, so it\u2019s time to start shipping from home. You\u2019ve logged into Stamps.com, and you\u2019re ready to print your first label. The question is, how do you create a label through Stamps.com? The answer will depend on whether or not you plan to <a href=\"https:\/\/help.stamps.com\/hc\/en-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">integrate your store or marketplace<\/a> through Stamps.com. If you have integrated your store or marketplace through Stamps.com, follow the steps below. If you plan to <a href=\"https:\/\/help.stamps.com\/hc\/en-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create manual orders<\/a>, skip down to the next section.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-printing-an-ecommerce-shipping-label\">Printing an ecommerce shipping label**<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the checkboxes for the order or orders you would like to create labels for. If you\u2019d like to create labels for all orders, click the <strong>Select All<\/strong> <strong>box.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/nyLx3RWhEou0gD9uCMwTUhr13cmO8_6WRrmhfOktipTba35fK6rhbxcULQASWqvXmdZgEZdY5BsDlBLjGDPYoth3FvplCCD4cj6fWq4iQ4wmPGLDVexyQTWbAdTFxpgZPFE7C6O1VyqAxgrLoUTHlm8.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/q4V6gi_t6G7aIS51Z0avlhIGcuriZayRmsA_Z5flGLGlzLcfLlXN7-P32B1WXtAQK2jQc6IwUGN8sjid9cip8mMT-2Dg9-ShFEeIh3E7fuohg9x2UIninQHrqpzqd029V5QZ_FDoES4HEa-8EQQ7pU.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Locate and select the<strong> Print button.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/7Yj2ruJ5hWSsYzaq9AzAMgAXZz9xbJ9Eb_6Ba4jdqgF66O1f2o5kcFgjL5FRwkEWnJfnMiH417zeM4ZPwvJt4WZhFlUgWTtBWs5KXv60r51BXuwjolE5RLaUtPOWrUNbUszl5l15637VepHSQKZdOc.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose how your labels will be printed from the <strong>Printed On<\/strong> menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5P-yXM_bPBM9Gpu2C8MefsP37xt_RRxqHpfuVIbE_r8hDFdR4jbjz13QJBekauImn7k7vMx-LwjakxG_MErrqpjLpwS4Cpl1l6_6TeBz-CvQQc9PqznFVYlqTuB8wRMHY9phn8hMuekbo00_tMHXuJo.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We also recommend selecting the <strong>Email Tracking Details to Recipients<\/strong> box to send customers a tracking link if an email address was provided.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/0UGgC6y53zVyTuV1BS4MLf8uATMOV8LSD2zgrokTJ3soVZG5GTpIBK2-tft4NAFlYpQdLGONUZothDnOQoo7EpUUUr4S5ZKApLYOX1vPPdNglYAQ9r2aQ72Ufg1JhVjhhrLhzsSFY-L4QFaxEDwXKNc.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If this is your first time printing labels, you can select <strong>Print Sample<\/strong> to confirm your labels are printing correctly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2lRTFaMURmJfhUO7wt0S3Vrr2TmK5Xd3UssYumt31dqXjzK4UAxAKUl8zaK_yP4jJn1FBWSIarjbz6oOjufCK4tpdGUv1G0QKrusuIwOB93fwv2NweH6mObBI-yXGSqTLEwffQidslcF3B18rLczOEQ.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve printed a sample, click the <strong>Print button.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/6Ns3iOzPsl_sOCt0w6Dj3Qky53rP06uoc8hVydlXG-SVCaLat3hES5v1DzADEBa_hAiVl8AvCcQdapSl_DGxiycztefzbYG5ZImO-JcxmDQ7xtJO7gdD8xfBHPCfFYmzw-ITyPtkpUnSeAeN-vnyxxM.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Congrats! You\u2019ve officially printed a label.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>**Note: These are directions for Stamps.com Online merchants. You can find the directions for Stamps.com PC Software merchants in our <a href=\"https:\/\/stamps.custhelp.com\/app\/answers\/detail\/a_id\/5300\/kw\/label\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learning Center.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creating-a-label-for-a-manual-order\">Creating a label for a manual order***<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on the <strong>Orders Tab. <\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/bS86rEYZ71ysa2TA9x75Ju98V2rDt2OkWklT7uWK2HNcaaNbHVMJ611mowrco6-JCinbZHb57FCgWp0yIEhGLP-ULhrvNg9Phcz0dvty_aqzXlO1FZENTiiE5f7YoVxtvdWAJvi0MZ1_bnWVNmltjj0.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, select <strong>Add<\/strong> from the <strong>Action Control Bar.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/HpH6mSSURIE8tnEyejizyXERSGm_tECaDe6ia_jdXvoEEJ5rRSda3f7nCtFK1eYyuFeKOQUKgOqIOY4mMTYYGtsmWROArTQQ_P4f7x1ZyNN56Df_qYpxJzcvvS5rYOiiPe1kXhTF-4ZIzDhUCtm2FbM.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Find and click the <strong>Manual Order button.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/LFSDyPz1t7ZMQd5vsGL0kqkBf-Juny0MnYkjbPXXpySjkjjs16tSZ7IOAWEGr8QTuDsKib9pE5qh0JY_hLGUOH8Xq0FMnR-9cpg4nmdvialx-EmmSDIpRdo1ZQR91H9xvJYix5K01JCwDRt_ZLDU9hI.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Your manual order will appear on the order screen, and the order details panel will be visible. Enter the shipping address, package weight, and select your carrier service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/djRDge6pyzq9FBmj8t7Ofoz37WFIK-rQmBQCWm_RFo1OP-wyKBzb451O2rhoMfRoHxMREsD0rSxqJXX6WESwZ1Tvz4Lr3PbNS5bcf1z_ZYr27D2abLZUHQOZHHtcGDuJ6xSVMdYZ5zdMvjhRXqrg7Ek.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/A0H1EhEU_z5wGARQ5mcajSAmaCWxr7StUCfi62-3TBxlpjhKPBrOK09Wu3qUIeFoH7Bm4klK_2mgR7hRvaxcqGRCsIxMdYACWNKES-4j6MOXgotx3ED-BBQD9v_r5f6ll3dL5MWGSkkmNapSyOlw3x8.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/LbGntFwElmJMx1e-qhwbhdrEEE4Nglk3CSMp4rAoIxmvzZSMvS4HeF3Wphkixx5cFAPATRdOvoWah-66AGfKaBKhwKv7IUR0jvJWCCsVs2e1ZMFd1a6gncDyt-CCiERy7s9U8wpXhyiE9CUlSuDOwx4.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once all of your package\u2019s information has been entered, click the <strong>Order Details icon<\/strong>. Then, select the <strong>Collapse Panel button.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5HhU3FAUvspl7YP9Bctp5ZCwYvaHs3MaxJUqqBpwqTOHnXofDG-fGj_Pm5OhmnVUY6fwOSLGlbMRKd0FQ03O0eZcrVWO5p5UlC7L1E_9QPdyOwQTrC94NNj0aaTlAj2Zo0v7vUBXzhBpbi7uWAeHDw0.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Your order will then appear on your order dashboard and is ready to be made into a label! To print your label, you\u2019ll follow the last few instructions from the previous section.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/8nOJUK5vSPUnobWiPQ-QdeHshfVqD7xgEX4-BYWyhc7H4WTOK0MCMZHqWOhj31b2YcPcAOE40VHhKSoUKAaR4ue1zbweAL3H683MqUbbwdqzeKojjuClrcMd7bIZK9LyF6WluKpupBb07uokAg6pdls.png\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>***Note: These directions are for Stamps.com Online. For directions on creating a manual label through the Stamps.com PC Software, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/help.stamps.com\/hc\/en-us\">Learning Center.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-carrier-options-nbsp\">Available carrier options&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stamps.com provides merchants with carrier services from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/usps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USPS<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/ups\/\">UPS<\/a> for domestic and international shipments and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.stamps.com\/globalpost-the-answer-for-possible-usps-international-shipping-disruptions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GlobalPost<\/a> for<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.stamps.com\/how-to-ship-international-packages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> international shipments.<\/a> With this variety of carrier services at your fingertips, shipping from home has never been easier. Available services for each carrier include:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>USPS:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First-Class Mail\u00ae (Domestic and International)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority Mail\u00ae (Domestic and International)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority Mail Express\u00ae (Domestic and International)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Media Mail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/mail\/certified-mail\/\">Certified Mail<\/a>\u2122<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.stamps.com\/usps-rate-change\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USPS Ground Advantage\u2122&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UPS&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UPS Next Day Air\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS Next Day Air Saver\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS Next Day Air\u00ae Early&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS 2nd Day Air\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS 2nd Day Air A.M.\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS 3 Day Select\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS\u00ae Ground&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS Worldwide Saver\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS Worldwide Expedited\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS Worldwide Express\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS\u00ae Standard to Canada&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPS\u00ae Standard to Mexico<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GlobalPost&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>GlobalPost International Economy&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GlobalPost International Standard&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GlobalPost Plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.stamps.com\/canada-ddp-shipping\/\">Canada DDP<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you aren\u2019t sure which carrier service works best for your order, use our <a href=\"https:\/\/help.stamps.com\/hc\/en-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rate advisor<\/a> to compare carrier rates in real-time. Stamps.com allows merchants to see the cheapest and fastest carrier options available as well as our recommendations to select the best options for your business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-carrier-pickup-options-nbsp-nbsp\">Available carrier pickup options&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve established a ship-from-home workflow that works, you\u2019ll want to stay in the zone. The good news is that Stamps.com also offers USPS and UPS pickup options, so you can keep working with minimal interruptions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-usps-pickups-nbsp\">USPS pickups&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.stamps.com\/usps-package-pickups-and-drop-offs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USPS pickups<\/a> can be scheduled through Stamps.com for free if at least one of your packages uses Priority Mail Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>, First-Class Mail International<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>, or Priority Mail<sup>\u00ae <\/sup>as the service. Merchants also have until 2AM CT to schedule a USPS pickup for the same day. After this time, a pickup will have to be scheduled for the next day. If you aren\u2019t home or can\u2019t be present for a USPS pickup, don\u2019t worry! Just let your carrier know where to find the packages when scheduling your pickup.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ups-pickups-nbsp\">UPS pickups&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On-call <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.stamps.com\/ups-pickup-and-drop-off-options-through-stamps-com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPS pickups<\/a> can also be scheduled through Stamps.com for an additional $4 per pickup. You can also drop off both USPS and UPS packages at The UPS Store<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> if you find yourself out and about or need a break from shipping. You can find the nearest location through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theupsstore.com\/tools\/find-a-store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The UPS Store<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> locator.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-shipping-from-home-nbsp\">Tips for shipping from home&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create an organized workspace to prevent any shipping errors&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule USPS and UPS pickup services when and where available&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilize Stamps.com to create labels at home and access affordable shipping rates&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay attention to which shipping supplies are used more than others to avoid overbuying supplies&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary-how-to-ship-a-package-from-home-step-by-step\">Summary: How to Ship a Package from Home (Step\u2011by\u2011Step)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ship packages from home using Stamps.com with these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-print-ecommerce-shipping-labels\"><strong>Step 1: Print ecommerce shipping labels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong> Select the orders you want to ship, click \u201cPrint,\u201d choose how to print (paper, label sheet, etc.), and generate the label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-create-label-for-a-manual-order\"><strong>Step 2: Create label for a manual order<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong> Click <strong>Orders &gt; Add &gt; Manual Order<\/strong>, enter the shipping address, package info, and then proceed to label printing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-select-print-on-format\"><strong>Step 3: Select \u201cPrint On\u201d format<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong> From the \u201cPrint On\u201d dropdown, choose whether to print on plain paper, label sheets, or via printer format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-enter-ship-from-and-ship-to-addresses\"><strong>Step 4: Enter \u201cShip From\u201d and \u201cShip To\u201d addresses<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong> Specify sender and recipient addresses. Use contacts or type manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-add-weight-service-amp-options\"><strong>Step 5: Add weight, service &amp; options<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong> Enter package weight, pick carrier service, and adjust any extra settings like email tracking, hiding postage, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-6-print-the-label\"><strong>Step 6: Print the label<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong> Click \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/mail\/print-stamps-online\/\">Print Postage<\/a>,\u201d then send the label to your printer. Use \u201cPrint Sample\u201d to test formatting first if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-7-schedule-carrier-pickup-or-drop-off\"><strong>Step 7: Schedule carrier pickup or drop off<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong> Use Stamps.com to schedule USPS or UPS pickup, or drop off the package at a mailbox or service point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Start shipping from home with a free 30-day trial to Stamps.com <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">today!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Commuting from work to home and vice versa does give you time to catch up on your podcasts (you know we love podcasts), but at what cost? We spend so much time commuting to different spaces, and it adds up. 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