How to Use a Postage Rate Calculator

Postage rate calculators are a valuable tool used by businesses and individuals that can help you save time. Rate calculators can be used to determine the amount of shipping needed for anything from a small letter to an oversized package.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Access to the Internet
• Printer
• Scale

1. Go to the shipping Web site of your choice and click on “calculate shipping.” This will take you to a separate page on the Web site where you will find the postage rate calculator.
2. Select from a menu on the calculator whether the shipment is being sent to a domestic destination (within the United States) or an international one (leaving the country).
3. Find the zip codes for both the shipping and return addresses. These will need to be entered into the postage rate calculator to get an accurate shipping amount.
4. Determine the type of package you are sending. The rate calculator will ask if what you are sending is an envelope or a box, and then will give you options for different sizes.
5. Weigh your item. The rate calculator at will need the weight of your package before it can continue.
6. Choose how quickly you want your item to arrive at its destination. There are several methods to choose from on the shipping websites.
7. Print your shipping label. Simply enter your billing information and the addresses you are using and print the label directly from your computer.

Tips & Warnings

• Shipping and postage supplies can be purchased in advance from several different shipping companies, saving you time in the future.
• It is always best to get an accurate weight of a package instead of an estimate, which can lead to an incorrect rate.

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