Shoes
Side profiles, toe shape, heel, sole, interior size marking and a view that shows overall symmetry.
A seven-point save test
OOTDBuy Spreadsheet Checklist Before Saving a Find
Give one point for each statement you can honestly support. A row does not become stronger because you want it to pass.
How the score works
Check category fit, useful photos, sizing, price context, shipping weight, clarity and your reason for saving. Six or seven points makes a strong shortlist candidate; four or five means research more; three or fewer should stay off the shortlist for now.
Print it mentally
The seven-point checklist
Use the same questions across similar rows. Consistency matters more than a clever scoring system.
The item belongs in the category I am browsingA clear category keeps the comparison fair.
Photos show the details that matter for this product typeAngles and close-ups answer specific questions.
Sizing, measurements or fit notes are visible when neededConcrete numbers are more useful than vague size labels.
Price makes sense beside similar findsValue is comparative; the lowest number is not a verdict.
Shipping weight does not ruin the valueBulk and packaging belong in the decision.
The row is not just hype or a vague labelUseful rows contain checkable detail.
I can explain why I would save this findWrite the reason in one sentence. If you cannot, do not save it yet.
Score the row
Use the score as a stop signal
The score does not certify a product or seller. It tells you whether the row contains enough useful information to deserve more attention.
6–7Strong shortlist candidate
4–5Research more
2–3Weak row
0–1Remove for now
QC by category
Useful QC photos change with the item
“Has QC photos” is not enough. The photos need to show the details that could change your decision.
Bags
Front and back, corners, handles, hardware, closure, interior and a view that makes scale understandable.
Hoodies & clothing
Front, back, seams, cuffs, label area, print or embroidery details and garment measurements where possible.
Watches & accessories
Face or surface close-up, side profile, closure, dimensions, finishing and any moving or functional part.
Electronics
Exact model details, ports, included components, labels, power specifications and signs of the actual tested unit.
Any category
Photos should look relevant to the listed variant. Repeated catalog imagery does not answer item-specific questions.
Examples
A good row explains itself; a weak row asks for faith
These examples describe information quality only. They are not product recommendations.
Good row example
“Zip hoodie · measured chest and length shown · front, back, cuff and zipper close-ups · weight noted · source link matches black size M variant · saved because measurements fit the intended layer.”
Weak row example
“Best hoodie · amazing quality · low price.” One polished image, no measurements, no weight context, unclear variant and no stated reason beyond hype.
The one-sentence save rule
Save a row only when you can finish this sentence: “This belongs on my shortlist because ______, and the main uncertainty left is ______.”
If the first blank contains only “popular,” “cheap” or “looks good,” the row needs more work. If you cannot name the remaining uncertainty, you may not have looked closely enough.
What to do next
Return to category browsing when the group is mixed. Read the shipping weight guide if bulk could change value. Use the safety notes for external-link caution or the FAQ for direct answers about QC, converters, support and trust.
Six or seven checks passed?
You have a shortlist candidate, not a guarantee. Recheck the external listing and source details before deciding anything further.