The Ultimate SuperBuy QC Checklist — What Photos to Request for Every Category
A comprehensive QC photo checklist organized by the 11 SuperBuy Spreadsheet categories. Learn exactly which photos to request, what defects to look for, and how to evaluate quality before approving shipment.
Why QC Photos Are Your Most Powerful Tool
Quality Control photos are the single most valuable feature in the SuperBuy Spreadsheet buying workflow. They are free, they arrive before international shipping, and they give you the power to reject items that do not meet your standards — before you have paid for international freight on a defective product. The QC checkpoint is where 80% of potential purchase problems are caught and resolved. Yet many buyers rush through this step, glancing at a couple of photos and approving shipment without a systematic review. This guide provides a category-by-category checklist of exactly what to request and what to inspect, turning the QC review from a casual glance into a structured inspection that catches issues consistently across every purchase.
Shoes QC Checklist
For shoes, request at minimum five specific photo types. Photo 1: Top-down view of both shoes together to check overall symmetry and shape matching. Photo 2: Side profile of each shoe to verify silhouette, sole thickness, and heel shape. Photo 3: Close-up of any logo or branding elements — check alignment, font accuracy, and stitching around logos. Photo 4: Sole and insole — verify the insole measurement matches your foot length in centimeters, and check the sole pattern and material quality. Photo 5: Interior tag showing size label. Additional requests: toebox shape from the front, lace hole alignment, stitching consistency around the sole edge. Common defects to catch: mismatched shoe shapes, crooked logos, loose stitching, glue stains on the sole edge, and size label not matching what you ordered. If ordering multiple pairs for the same size, request a group photo to verify size consistency across pairs.
Pre-Flight Checklist
- Top-down both shoes — check symmetry and shape
- Side profile each shoe — verify silhouette and sole
- Logo/branding close-up — check alignment and stitching
- Sole and insole — verify measurement (cm) matches your foot
- Interior size tag — confirm correct size ordered
- Optional: toebox front view, lace holes, sole stitching
Hoodies & Sweaters QC Checklist
For hoodies and sweaters, the inspection focuses on fabric quality, print accuracy, and construction details. Photo 1: Full front flat lay — check overall shape, print placement, and color accuracy against the listing. Photo 2: Full back view. Photo 3: Close-up of any graphic print or embroidery — look for cracking, peeling, loose threads, or misaligned designs. Photo 4: Neck tag and wash tag — verify brand labeling and material composition matches the listing description. Photo 5: Measurement photos — chest width (armpit to armpit), body length (shoulder to hem), and sleeve length. The measurements are the most critical QC step for hoodies because sizing variations between brands are extreme. Additional checks: hood shape and drawstring quality, kangaroo pocket alignment, cuff and hem ribbing tension. Fabric weight cannot be visually confirmed in photos, but the drape and structure visible in flat-lay photos give clues — a hoodie that looks wrinkled and shapeless may be lighter GSM than advertised.
Jersey QC Checklist
Jerseys require the most detailed QC scrutiny of any category because small misalignments are immediately visible when worn. Photo 1: Full front flat lay — check badge/crest placement, sponsor logo alignment, and overall color. Photo 2: Full back flat lay — verify nameset is straight, number placement is centered, and league patch positioning. Photo 3: Close-up of the badge/crest — check embroidery or heat-press quality, thread density, and color accuracy. Photo 4: Close-up of the nameset and number — verify letter spacing is even, nameset is horizontal (a common flaw is tilted namesets), and the font matches the reference. Photo 5: Inside stitching and wash tags. Additional critical checks: compare sponsor logo position against reference photos of the authentic jersey, verify sleeve patch positioning, check that the neck tag and internal branding match the claimed version (player vs fan). For jerseys, requesting a photo against a grid or ruler background helps catch alignment issues that are easy to miss on plain backgrounds.
Pre-Flight Checklist
- Full front — badge, sponsor logo, color accuracy
- Full back — nameset straightness, number centering
- Badge/crest close-up — embroidery quality and detail
- Nameset close-up — letter spacing and horizontal alignment
- Inside tags and stitching — version authenticity check
- Critical: compare all logo positions against reference photos
Frequently Asked Questions
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