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	How sellers add item specifics Advantages to including item specifics Tips for selecting item specifics

Item specifics let you provide details about the item you’re selling, such as its condition, size, color, or style. These details appear at the top of your listing description, in a consistent format, making it easy for buyers to get the facts about your item.

How sellers add item specifics

When you create your listing, review and complete the Item specifics section for the item you’re selling. In this section, you’ll provide important details about your item’s features and condition.

Advantages to including item specifics

When you create your listing, we’ll suggest item specifics based on the category in which you’re selling your item. By filling out as many item specifics as possible, you’ll make it easier for buyers to find your listing and make an informed purchase.

	Item specifics tell buyers about your item. Item specifics are shown at the top of your description, telling buyers exactly what you’re selling. They make the basic facts about your item clear and accessible, helping buyers make a purchase decision.
	Item specifics help buyers find your item. The item specifics that you select can make your listing more relevant to a buyer’s search, which can bring it closer to the top of search results.

The Refine search column, located on the left side of the search results page, lets buyers further narrow their search based on popular item specifics.

Tips for selecting item specifics

When selecting item specifics, keep these tips in mind.

	Add as many item specifics as possible.
	Don’t skip important item specifics, such as Condition. For example, if your item is new but you don’t choose among the options on the Condition drop-down menu, buyers who narrow their search results to look for new items won’t see your listing.
	When selecting item specifics (such as your item’s color, size, or style), try to choose among the options we’ve provided. For example, if your item’s color is mostly red, choose “red” rather than adding a custom color. Choosing among the options provided will make it easier for buyers to find your items when they're searching. Tip: If none of the choices are accurate, go ahead and create custom information for the item specific (for example, “striped”). We’re constantly reviewing our item specifics, and popular additions from our sellers may be included in the future.