Checklist
Source Link Review Table
| Original URL | Can you open the Taobao, Weidian, 1688, Tmall, or other marketplace source directly? |
| Variant clarity | Are size, color, model, batch note, quantity, and options clear enough for the agent? |
| Price reality | Does the source price match the spreadsheet note, and does it still make sense after shipping? |
| Seller clues | Can you see shop activity, product photos, reviews, or other signs that the listing is not stale? |
| QC readiness | Do you know which warehouse photos or measurements you will need before approval? |
Start from the source, not the row
A LitBuy spreadsheet row is only a research shortcut. The source link is where the real buying decision begins. If the row hides the original marketplace URL, the buyer cannot verify stock, variants, seller context, price changes, or product details before submitting the order.
Treat source access as the first quality signal. A spreadsheet that makes the source easy to inspect is more useful than a page that only pushes a converted buying link.
Write a submission note before paying
Before submitting a source link, write the exact size, color, variant, quantity, and detail you expect. If the marketplace page is confusing, add a short translated note or screenshot where the agent workflow allows it. This reduces wrong-item risk and makes QC review easier.
A good note also protects you from impulse buying. If you cannot describe the item clearly before purchase, you probably do not have enough evidence yet.
Connect source checks to QC checks
The source check should tell you what to inspect later. Shoes need insole and shape photos. T-shirts need print placement and measurements. Jerseys need patches, names, and numbers. Accessories need included parts and hardware close-ups.
When the warehouse photos arrive, compare them against the source page and your note. If the item does not match, stop before international shipping turns a fixable issue into an expensive one.
FAQ
Common Questions
Is a converted agent link enough?
No. A converted link can be convenient, but the original source is better for checking variants, seller details, and price changes.
What if the source link is dead?
Do not assume the spreadsheet row is still valid. Check the dead-links guide and look for a replacement with clear evidence.
Should every spreadsheet row include QC notes?
It helps, but the buyer still needs to request category-specific QC photos before approval.