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# How to Add a Package in Shipduo

Saving your packages in Shipduo makes shipping faster and more accurate. Once your packages are set up, Shipduo can automatically assign the **most efficient, lowest-cost package** based on your shipment's dimensions — so you don't re-enter sizes every time you book, and your **checkout rates come out more accurate**.
In short, packages help in two big ways: **easier booking** and a **more accurate checkout experience**.
The **Packages** page has three tabs, each for a different type of saved item:
* **Package** — boxes (for small parcel)
* **Pallet** — reusable pallets (for LTL freight)
* **Shipment Spec** — a saved, ready-to-use shipment configuration (one or more pallets with full details)
To get there, open **Packages** from the left menu.

## Step 1: Add a Package (Box)
Use this for the boxes you ship small parcels in.
1. On the **Package** tab, click **Add Package**.
2. Enter a **Name** (e.g., "Small Box").
3. Enter the **Length**, **Width**, and **Height**, and choose the **Unit** (inch).
4. Enter the package **Weight** and **Weight Unit** (the box's own weight).
5. Enter the **Capacity** and **Capacity Weight Unit** (the maximum weight the box can hold).
6. Click **Save**.
> ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/1/5/f8152ba4a1e1a800/screenshot-0628-032403-pm_hxb0kh.jpg)Your saved packages appear as cards showing their **Dimensions**, **Capacity**, and **Weight**.
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## Step 2: Add a Pallet
Use this for the pallets you ship LTL freight on.
1. Switch to the **Pallet** tab and click **Add Pallet**.
2. Enter a **Name** (e.g., "standard").
3. Enter the **Length**, **Width**, **Height**, and **Unit**.
4. Optionally set a **Height Limit** and its unit (the maximum stack height).
5. Enter the **Weight** and **Weight Unit** (the pallet's own weight).
6. Enter the **Capacity** and **Capacity Weight Unit** (the maximum weight it can carry).
7. Click **Save**.
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## Step 3: Add a Shipment Spec
A **Shipment Spec** is a complete, reusable shipment setup — perfect for products you ship the same way every time. Each spec can include one or more pallets with full freight details.
1. Switch to the **Shipment Spec** tab and click **Add Spec**.
2. Enter a **Name** (e.g., "Drone").
3. For **Pallet 1**, set the **Quantity**, then enter **Length**, **Width**, **Height**, and **Weight**.
4. Add **NMFC** and **NMFC Sub** if you have them, and set the freight **Class** (click **Change** for a suggestion based on dimensions and weight).
5. Toggle **Hazardous Materials** on if it applies.
6. Click **Add more** to include additional pallets in the same spec.
7. Click **Save**.
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Saved specs appear as cards showing each pallet's quantity, dimensions, and weight.

## How Packages Help You
* **Smart default selection:** Shipduo matches your shipment to the most efficient, cheapest package automatically based on its dimensions.
* **Faster booking:** no need to re-type sizes and weights — just pick a saved package, pallet, or spec.
* **More accurate checkout:** when packages are set up, the rates shown at checkout reflect real package data, so customers are quoted the right price.
> 💡 **Tip:** Set up packages for every box, pallet, and recurring product you ship. The more complete your packages, the better Shipduo's automatic package selection and checkout accuracy.

## Troubleshooting
* **Package not showing as an option when booking?** Make sure you saved it under the correct tab (Package vs. Pallet vs. Shipment Spec) and that all required fields were filled in.
* **Checkout rates seem off?** Confirm your package dimensions, weight, and capacity are accurate — these drive the rate calculation.
* **Need help?** Chat with us or contact Shipduo Support.