To make fulfilment even faster, Pack to the Future lets you assign a default package (like a mailer bag or custom carton) to each product. That way, we can automatically calculate the best packaging and carrier rates—without you lifting a finger.
🪄 Why assign default packaging?
If your products typically ship in specific mailers, boxes, or cartons:
You can assign that package once
The app will auto-calculate the best packaging based on total order volume
You’ll spend less time guessing and adjusting on the fly
This leads to:
Better shipping accuracy at checkout
Lower packaging costs
Fewer split shipments or wasted space
📦 How to assign default packages
Go to Settings > Product Dimensions & Packaging in the app
Select a product from the list
Click Assign Default Package
Choose one of your existing package types (e.g. “Small Compostable Mailer” or “Large Carton”)
Save
🧠 You can always override this at the order level if needed.
📐 How packaging is auto-calculated
When a customer places an order:
The app adds up the cubic volume of each item
It checks for assigned default packages
It selects the best-fit package from your available options
This ensures:
You’re not overpaying for unused space
Your labels and rates match your actual parcels
Want help optimising your packaging setup? Drop us a message anytime via the 💬 chat bubble or email [email protected]