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Product → shape → material → construction → details → measurements
Always check in this order. A wrong size or damaged panel matters more than a tiny spacing difference that will never affect use.
Make sure the photo set is complete
Start by counting useful angles, not total files. A strong set normally shows the front, back, both sides, important closures, labels or tags, and category-specific measurements. Blurred duplicates do not add evidence.
- The complete product is visible without packaging covering it.
- Both sides or both items in a pair can be compared.
- Important details are sharp enough to inspect.
- A measuring tape is visible when fit or dimensions matter.
UGG Classic Short Black Winter Boots4 QC photos available
Louis Vuitton Beanie Grey & White Pattern Headwear2 QC photos available
Burberry Vintage Check Belt Beige8 QC photos availableCatalogue examples with QC signals. Open the full evidence set before judging any item.
Review shape and proportions first
Zoom out before zooming in. Check symmetry, overall length, width, panel shape, pocket position and how the item sits when laid flat. For footwear, compare both shoes, toe shape, heel height and sole alignment. For clothing, compare shoulders, sleeves and hem.
Imagine a vertical line through the centre of the product. Matching elements should sit at similar heights and distances on both sides.
Inspect material, texture and colour
Look across several angles for consistent texture and finish. Warehouse lighting can shift colour, so do not decide from a single photograph. Watch for unexpected shine, thin-looking fabric, crushed filling, colour differences between panels or surfaces that appear damaged.
Follow seams, closures and hardware
Trace the main seam lines instead of checking one isolated close-up. Look for uneven spacing, skipped stitches, puckering, loose threads and panels that do not meet cleanly. Check zips, buttons, snaps, buckles and other hardware for alignment and visible damage.
One loose thread that can be trimmed without opening a seam.
A folded or shadowed area that prevents inspection.
Open seams, broken hardware, damage or clearly mismatched parts.
Check labels, graphics and placement
Use detail placement as one signal, not the whole decision. Review centring, level alignment, spacing, print edges and embroidery density. Compare against a reliable reference image when exact placement matters, but keep construction and fit ahead of cosmetic details.
Verify actual measurements
Never rely on the labelled size alone. Compare centimetre measurements with an item you already own and like. The measuring tape should begin and end at the correct points and lie flat rather than following folds.
| Product | Useful measurements |
|---|---|
| Jackets & hoodies | Chest width, body length, shoulder width, sleeve length |
| Trousers & jeans | Waist, rise, thigh, inseam, leg opening |
| Shoes & boots | Insole length, outsole length, width where relevant |
| Bags | Width, height, depth and strap drop |
Use category-specific checkpoints
Check fill distribution, baffle symmetry, hood shape, zips, cuffs and visible measurements.
Compare both shoes, toe shape, heel alignment, panels, stitching and sole attachment.
Look for weave consistency, pulled threads, edge finishing, dimensions and colour across angles.
Review structure, corners, strap alignment, closures, hardware and interior condition.
Finish with one clear decision
Enough evidence
The correct item is shown, measurements work and no meaningful construction problem is visible.
Ask for more
A key area is hidden, the colour is unclear or an essential measurement is missing.
Do not ignore it
The item, option or size is wrong, or visible damage and construction problems are unacceptable.
Request a specific extra photo
Do not ask for “more photos.” State the exact area, angle and measurement needed: “Please photograph the back graphic straight-on in neutral light,” or “Please measure the chest width from pit to pit with the garment flat.” Specific requests produce useful evidence.
The 30-second QC pass
Correct product · complete photo set · balanced shape · consistent material · clean construction · acceptable details · verified measurements.
Find products with QC photosLoongBuy QC FAQ
What does QC mean?+
QC means quality control. In this context, it refers to warehouse photos or other visual evidence used to check the received item before international shipping.
How many QC photos are enough?+
There is no universal number. You need enough angles to see the front, back, sides, important details and measurements relevant to that product category.
Can warehouse lighting change colour?+
Yes. Compare several photos and, when colour is important, request a neutral-light image rather than judging from one frame.
Should I rely on the labelled size?+
No. Compare actual centimetre measurements with a similar item that already fits you.
When should I request another photo?+
Request another photo when a key area is hidden, blurred, folded, poorly lit or missing a measurement needed for your decision.