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The YouTube video provides a comprehensive guide on setting up weight-based shipping with WooCommerce using the WooCommerce Weight-Based Shipping plugin. Key steps include downloading, configuring weight units, adding weights to products, setting up shipping zones, creating shipping rules based on weights and destinations, and adjusting charges based on weight ranges. The tutorial focuses on setting values for specific orders in shipping methods configurations, incorporating base costs, configuring weight ranges, and testing various scenarios to manage shipping costs effectively. The demonstration showcases creating multiple shipping methods with different charges and highlights the ability to stack shipping options for comprehensive weight-based shipping. Viewers are encouraged to explore further methods using the free plugin and educate themselves on the topic.
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In this segment of the video, the process of setting up weight-based shipping with WooCommerce using the WooCommerce Weight-Based Shipping plugin is explained. The key steps include downloading, installing, and activating the plugin, configuring weight units and dimensions in WooCommerce settings, adding weights to products, setting up shipping zones (e.g., Weight-Based Shipping UK for the United Kingdom), adding weight-based shipping methods, and creating shipping rules based on different weights and destinations (e.g., specifying the United Kingdom as the destination for a shipping method like Royal Mail 24 Hour).
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains how to set up values for a specific order in a shipping method configuration. Key points include determining order weight ranges, specifying charges based on weight, setting base costs, incorporating weight ranges, and making changes to cater for different weight thresholds. The demonstration involves creating shipping rules for different weight categories and testing the new shipping methods. The example showcases how to adjust shipping costs based on weight ranges to ensure accurate calculations for different orders.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker is demonstrating how to set up a test weight range for shipping charges. They show how to set a base rate of £4.95 and add extra charges for every kilo above a certain weight. The example includes adjusting charges for different weight ranges, setting a minimum and maximum shipping cost, and testing different scenarios with varying numbers of items in the basket to manage shipping costs effectively.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker demonstrates how to set up weight-based shipping in WooCommerce. They show how to adjust charges based on weight limits and set maximum shipping costs. Additionally, they explain how to create multiple shipping methods for users to choose from, such as 24-hour delivery and same-day delivery with different charges. The tutorial concludes by emphasizing the ability to stack multiple shipping options for comprehensive weight-based shipping. The speaker encourages viewers to explore table rate shipping and other methods in their free plugin and gives options for further education on the topic.