Have you been experiencing slower than expected processing speeds with ShipStation? If so, we have some news that we’d like to share.
ShipStation makes heavy use of Javascript which allows us to provide a feature-rich user interface. JavaScript speed is very important in optimizing the overall performance of your ShipStation experience, including site navigation, order imports, batch processing and label generation. Unfortunately, all browsers are not created equal when it comes to Javascript performance. The following chart is from a ZDNet article that compared the major web browsers:
In the Futuremark Peacekeeper v2.0 benchmark test, Google Chrome was the clear winner in overall Javascript performance. If you’ve tried ShipStation with both Internet Explorer and Google Chrome, you’ve likely come to this conclusion as well. This is one of the reasons Google Chrome is now the most popular browser available (image courtesy of StatCounter.com):
If you prefer or need to use Internet Explorer over any other browser, then we have found a way to help. To increase the overall speed and performance of ShipStation through your Internet Explorer browser versions 6, 7, 8 and 9, you can install a Google Chrome plug-in called the Google Chrome Frame. The plug-in can be downloaded from the following link. Just hit “Accept and Install”, and you’re on your way to a much faster ShipStation (note, you will need to restart Internet Explorer after installing the plug-in).
http://www.google.com/chromeframe
Note that the plug-in is only used for web sites that explicitly support the Google Chrome Frame, which ShipStation does, so it won’t affect any other sites that you regularly visit. For your convenience, we have included a video to help better explain how Google Chrome Frame works:
We hope that you have found this information helpful and that you are now experiencing ShipStation as it was intended – sleek, powerful, and FAST!
We’re excited to announce Shipping Presets, a powerful feature suggested by ShipStation’s very own user community. Shipping Presets allow you to quickly apply settings to one or more orders.
Manage your presets by clicking on the Shipping Presets menu above the shipping fields in the Order Information pane.
Click “+ New Preset” to add a new preset. Supply values for some or all of the fields.
There are 3 ways to apply shipping presets:
1. Apply a preset to a single order from the Shipping Preset menu.
2. Press defined hotkey to apply preset to one or more orders.
3. Use Bulk Update to apply preset to multiple orders.
Register now for your 30 day free trial of one of the most powerful shipping applications on the market. You’ll have access to a fully functioning solution containing time-saving features and access to discounted shipping rates!
ShipStation is a web-based shipping application that is fully compatible with Mac OSX and Safari. Whether you want to print single or multiple labels, domestic or international, via USPS, UPS or FedEx, ShipStation does it all on your Mac without the need for external software. Our commitment to intuitive and intelligent shipping software was built with Mac users in mind!
ShipStation brings a rich set of features to Mac users who have traditionally been neglected by desktop shipping software. Importing orders from multiple marketplaces and shipping them using USPS, UPS or FedEx is a seamless experience in Safari or any other web browser you choose. Customizable automation rules help you build a shipping process that’s fast, consistent, and tailored specifically to your business needs. Best of all, ShipStation can be accessed from anywhere!
ShipStation Feature Highlights:
At ShipStation, we care about the details too. By offering tools like a multi-carrier rate calculator, address validation checker, and product pick list generator, we help you to make quick and easy shipping decisions from within our platform.
If you’re looking for a powerful shipping application that runs effortlessly on a Mac, check out our 30-day free trial. Jennifer, an Apple user and founder of Gracefully Girly, gave us a shot and said, “I tried ShipStation and I’m in love. Pure love.“ We love hearing from our customers and discovering how we can continue providing top of the line shipping software for online retailers.
We have awesome customers who sell fantastic products, and we love to spotlight them in our blog. This month’s spotlight is Little Baby Bumblebee
Name: Dee Deats
Title: Owner
Company: Little Baby Bumblebee
Web Sites: www.littlebabybumblebee.com and http://www.etsy.com/shop/LittleBabyBumblebee
Facebook: facebook.com/LilBabyBumblebee
Twitter: twitter.com/lilbabybumble
Where do you sell online?
I sell on Etsy and on my own web site (3dCart).
What inspired you to start creating your stickers?
I became inspired to create onesie stickers when I was diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer in July 2010. I was going to school to be a nurse at that time and had clinical training in the Maternity Center. It was so beautiful and awe-inspiring to be involved in the birthing experience of so many families. When I was diagnosed, I had to quit school for treatment and wanted to focus on something other than my cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatments. Since my experience in the Maternity Center was such a wonderful one, I wanted to be involved with families documenting their little ones and hence my inspiration.
What is your most popular sticker design?
My most popular sticker design for girls is my Jade set with bright blues, yellows, and pink that have a adorable scalloped edge design. My most popular sticker design for boys is my Wesley set with blues and green that are shaped like neckties.
How has ShipStation helped your business?
ShipStation has been such a HUGE help and boost for my business. It has streamlined by shipping and invoice process so much that I’m able to spend more time creating new designs and expanding my product line. Shipstation has dramatically reduced my shipping and invoicing process by at least 75% to 80%.
What is your favorite ShipStation feature?
I have two very favorite ShipStation features. The first feature is marking my orders as shipped in each marketplace. The second feature is the automatic notification to my customers with their relevant shipping and tracking information. Both of these are such great timesavers
Visit Little Baby Bumblebee for Monthly Onesie Stickers. They are a unique and perfect way to document your little one throughout their first year of life. These photo props are transparent stickers that are placed on your child’s onesie, tshirt, or bodysuit for picture taking. These are perfect gifts for new moms or moms-to-be.
If you would like to be included in our monthly customer spotlight, please contact us and let us know.
We are pleased to announce that ShipStation now supports 3DCart! 3DCart is a complete eCommerce shopping cart software provider. eCommerce store owners can easily build, edit, and maintain an online store without any programming knowledge.
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Fully support all 3DCart stores Intuitive, easy to use web interface with no software to install |
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Real-time information retrieval Imports orders, customers, customer notes, and products |
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Automatic shipping service selection ShipStation will automatically select the correct shipping service based on the buyer’s checkout details |
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Streamlined shipping system processes Print shipping labels for numerous orders in just a few clicks |
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Customer communication Customized packing slips and email notifications give you full control over your customer communication |
Our advanced customization features allow ShipStation to fit with 3DCart stores seamlessly. If you are looking for a powerful shipping solution to integrate with your 3DCart store, get started with your 30 day free trial of ShipStation today.
