How to Bulk Print eBay Shipping Labels in Under 5 Minutes

The eBay Printing Problem

The Old Way:

Click on order → 2. Print label → 3. Save PDF → 4. Open PDF → 5. Print

Repeat 50 times = 2+ hours

The New Way: Select 50 orders → Compare rates → Print all → Done in 5 minutes

Why Bulk Printing Matters

Time Savings:

Setting Up Bulk Printing with Atoship

Step 1: Connect eBay Account

Log into Atoship

Go to Integrations

Click "Connect eBay"

Authorize access

Orders sync automatically

Step 2: Configure Defaults

Set up package presets:

• Small poly mailer (4 oz)
• Medium poly mailer (8 oz)
• Large poly mailer (16 oz)
• Standard box (2 lb)

Set up carrier preferences:

• Under 16 oz: USPS First Class
• Over 16 oz: USPS Ground Advantage
• Expedited: USPS Priority

Step 3: Configure Printer

• Settings → Printing
• Select thermal printer (recommended)
• Set label format (4x6)

The 5-Minute Bulk Print Workflow

Minute 1: Review Orders

Open Atoship dashboard

Filter: eBay orders, status "Ready to Ship"

Quick scan for issues

Minute 2: Verify & Select

Check all orders (or select specific ones)

Verify addresses (auto-validated)

Note any flagged addresses

Minute 3: Apply Rates

Click "Auto-assign Best Rate"

System selects cheapest option per order

Review rate summary

Minute 4: Purchase & Queue

Click "Purchase All Labels"

Confirm total cost

Labels generate and queue for print

Minute 5: Print & Done

Click "Print All"

Labels print in sequence

All tracking uploaded to eBay automatically

Handling Exceptions

Address Validation Issues:

• Atoship flags problems before printing
• Fix inline or skip for manual review
• Never ship to unvalidated address

Weight Verification:

• Set up weight-based rules
• Override when needed
• Batch by similar items

Out of Stock:

• Remove from batch
• Cancel on eBay
• Process separately

Printer Recommendations for Bulk

Thermal Printers (Recommended):

Inkjet/Laser (Not Recommended):

• Slower printing
• Paper jams
• Ink costs add up

Organization Tips

Sort Labels After Printing:

Option 1: By carrier

• Stack USPS together
• Stack UPS together
• Easier for pickups

Option 2: By bin location

• If you have organized inventory
• Pick path optimization

Option 3: By size

• Small items together
• Large items together
• Efficient packing

Automation Rules

Set Up Smart Defaults:

Rule 1: Light items

IF weight < 8 oz
THEN USPS First Class

Rule 2: Standard items

IF weight 8-16 oz
THEN USPS First Class (if available) or Ground Advantage

Rule 3: Heavy items

IF weight > 3 lbs
THEN compare UPS Ground vs USPS Ground
THEN select cheapest

Rule 4: Expedited

IF shipping method contains "Express" or "Expedited"
THEN USPS Priority or UPS 2nd Day

Troubleshooting Bulk Printing

Problem: Labels won't print Solution: Check printer connection, driver, paper loaded

Problem: Wrong label size Solution: Printer settings → Label size → 4x6"

Problem: Order missing from batch Solution: Check sync status, refresh orders

Problem: Rate not found Solution: Verify address complete, check weight entered

eBay Best Practices

Sync Timing:

• Orders appear within minutes of sale
• Mark as shipped immediately after printing
• Tracking auto-uploads

Handling Time:

• Set realistic handling time
• Batch once or twice daily
• Don't promise same-day if you can't deliver

Tracking Confirmation:

• Verify tracking uploaded
• Check eBay order status
• Customer sees tracking within 1 hour

Daily Workflow Example

Morning (9 AM):

Check overnight orders

Batch print all labels

Pick and pack

Carrier pickup at 2 PM

Afternoon (3 PM):

Check new orders (midday sales)

Batch print second round

Pack for next-day pickup

Scaling Your Operation

Volume Levels:

Cost Comparison: eBay Labels vs Atoship

Per-Label Comparison:

Monthly Savings (500 labels): $0.70 avg × 500 = $350/month

Advanced Features

Atoship Bulk Features:

• Auto-assign cheapest rate
• Address validation
• Package presets
• Custom automation rules
• Carrier account linking
• Returns label generation

Checklist for Today

Setup (One Time): ☐ Connect eBay to Atoship ☐ Set up package presets ☐ Configure automation rules ☐ Set up thermal printer

Daily Process: ☐ Open Atoship dashboard ☐ Filter "Ready to Ship" orders ☐ Click "Select All" ☐ Click "Auto-assign Rates" ☐ Click "Purchase All" ☐ Click "Print All" ☐ Pick, pack, ship

Start Bulk Printing Today

Stop wasting hours on one-by-one label printing. With Atoship:

• Process 50+ orders in 5 minutes
• Save money on every label
• Tracking updates automatically

Create your free Atoship account and start bulk printing eBay labels today.