The SuperBuy Spreadsheet is not a catalog. It is a filter layer that helps you understand what to buy, how to buy it, and where to find it before you ever open the full product list. This guide shows you how to use it as a buying tool, not just a browsing page.
What the Spreadsheet Actually Does
The spreadsheet breaks 10,000+ products into 11 categories. For each category, it tells you:
- What to look for before buying
- Which mistakes are most common
- How to check QC photos for that category
- How much shipping typically costs
- Where to find the full catalog
Step 1: Start with Your Category
Do not browse the full catalog first. Start with the category page that matches what you want.
If you want shoes, go to the Shoes category page first. Read the tips. Read the common mistakes. Understand what makes a good batch before you look at any items.
Why This Works
- You learn the category-specific risks before you see items
- You know what to look for in QC photos
- You understand sizing quirks for that category
- You avoid the common mistakes that cause returns
Step 2: Use the Buying Tips as a Filter
Each category page has 4-5 buying tips. These are not generic advice. They are category-specific filters that help you evaluate items faster.
Example: Shoes
- Tip: Verify batch codes before ordering
- Application: When you see an item in the catalog, check if the batch code matches known good batches
- Skip: Items with unknown batch codes or no batch information
Example: Hoodies
- Tip: Check fabric weight before buying
- Application: Look for items that list fabric weight in grams
- Skip: Items with no weight listed or suspiciously low weight
Step 3: Check the Common Mistakes
The common mistakes section tells you what trips up most buyers. Read these before you order so you do not repeat them.
Example: Pants
- Mistake: Using jean size instead of measuring
- Fix: Measure your best-fitting pair and compare against the size chart
Example: Jackets
- Mistake: Not factoring shipping weight into total cost
- Fix: Estimate the weight before ordering, then use the shipping calculator
Step 4: Navigate to the Full Catalog
The category page has a CTA that links directly to the full catalog on AstroReps. Click it to open the catalog filtered by that category.
What to Do in the Catalog
- Filter by size, color, and price
- Sort by seller rating or recent reviews
- Compare multiple items against the tips you just read
- Save items to your wishlist for later
Step 5: Copy Links to SuperBuy
Once you find items in the catalog, copy the link to SuperBuy. The spreadsheet has served its purpose — it taught you what to look for. Now you are ready to buy.
Order Flow
- Copy item link from the catalog
- Paste into SuperBuy search bar
- Select size and color
- Submit order
- Wait for warehouse arrival
- Review QC photos against the checklist
- Approve or request exchange
- Submit for shipping
Using the Guides for Context
The Guides section of the spreadsheet covers topics that apply across categories:
- Shipping cost calculation
- Sizing methods
- QC checklists
- Beginner mistakes
- Agent comparisons
Read these before your first order. They save you from expensive mistakes that most first-time buyers make.
When to Use the Search by Image Feature
If you saw an item somewhere and want to find it, use the "Look Up by Image" feature on the homepage. This is faster than browsing categories when you already know what you want.
Tracking Your Progress
Keep a simple note of:
- Which categories you have browsed
- Which tips you applied to your order
- Which mistakes you avoided
- How much you estimated vs actual shipping cost
This helps you become a faster, more accurate buyer over time.
The Spreadsheet Advantage
Most buyers browse the catalog without context. They see an item, buy it, and hope it works out. The spreadsheet approach is different:
- Understand the category before you browse
- Know what to look for before you see QC photos
- Estimate costs before you commit
- Avoid mistakes before you make them
This is why buyers who use the spreadsheet have fewer returns, better satisfaction, and lower total costs.
Final Checklist
- Read the category page for your item type
- Apply the buying tips to filter items
- Avoid the common mistakes listed
- Estimate shipping cost before ordering
- Use the QC checklist when photos arrive
- Compare your estimate to actual shipping cost
- Share feedback to help the community