eBay listing writer for titles, item specifics and condition notes
Selling a used camera or a pair of sneakers on eBay comes down to three things: an 80-character title buyers can find, complete item specifics, and an honest condition description that avoids returns. This prompt has your todo.is agent look at your photos, check recently sold similar items, and write all three.
The prompt
- Write an eBay listing for the item in [ATTACHED PHOTOS]. What I know about it: [ITEM DETAILS]. Condition: [CONDITION]. Search eBay for similar items that sold recently and note the titles, item specifics and the price range they sold for, with links. Then write: a title of up to 80 characters with brand, model, key specs and size or color, no filler words like "wow" or "L@@K"; a full list of item specifics to fill in; an honest condition description that mentions every flaw I can see in the photos; what is included; and a short shipping and returns line based on [SHIPPING AND RETURNS]. Suggest a starting price or Buy It Now range from the sold listings, and tell me which photos to retake or add. Return it as a Word file.
What to change
- [ATTACHED PHOTOS]: Attach 3 to 12 photos of the item, including labels, serial plates and any damage.
- [ITEM DETAILS]: Brand, model, size, year, accessories, anything you know, e.g. "Canon AE-1 Program with 50mm f/1.8 lens".
- [CONDITION]: e.g. "used, works, light scratches", "new with tags", "for parts, does not turn on".
- [SHIPPING AND RETURNS]: e.g. "ships in 2 days, 30-day returns" or "no returns".
Example result
- Title (79 characters)
- Canon AE-1 Program 35mm SLR Film Camera Black w/ FD 50mm f/1.8 Lens Tested Works
- Item specifics
- • Brand: Canon
- • Model: AE-1 Program
- • Type: SLR film camera
- • Format: 35mm
- • Color: Black
- • Lens included: Canon FD 50mm f/1.8
- • Focus type: Manual
- • Mount: Canon FD
- • Condition: Used
- • Country of manufacture: Japan
- Condition description
- Used, tested and working. I ran a test roll: the shutter fires at all speeds, the light meter responds, and the film advance is smooth.
- Cosmetic flaws you can see in the photos:
- • Small dent on the top plate near the rewind knob (photo 5)
- • Light wear on the leather covering at the bottom corners (photo 6)
- • Faint cleaning marks on the front lens element, no effect seen on test photos (photo 7)
- No haze or fungus visible in the lens with a flashlight. The light seals were replaced in 2025.
- What is included
- • Camera body
- • FD 50mm f/1.8 lens with front cap
- • Neck strap
- • New battery installed
- Not included: rear lens cap, original box.
- Shipping and returns
- Ships within 2 business days, well padded. 30-day returns accepted.
- Price research
- Similar bodies with a 50mm lens and "tested" in the title sold in a wide range over recent weeks, with clean, tested examples at the top. Links to 6 sold listings are in the file. Suggested: Buy It Now near the middle of that range, with Best Offer on.
- Photos to add
- • A clear shot of the viewfinder display
- • The serial number plate
- • A photo through the lens against a light
How to do it with todo.is
- Take clear photos, then copy the prompt and fill in what you know about the item.
- Paste it into todo.is with the photos attached, or send them to your agent on WhatsApp.
- Your agent checks sold listings and writes the title, specifics and condition note in a Word file.
- Copy it into eBay, set your price and publish the listing yourself.
Tips for a better result
- Use all 80 title characters for searchable words: brand, model, size, color and key specs.
- Fill in every item specific you can. Buyers filter by them, and missing ones can hide your item.
- Show and mention every flaw. Honest condition notes lead to fewer returns and better feedback.
- Price from sold listings, not active ones. Asking prices tell you little about what buyers actually pay.
eBay listing writer: FAQ
- How long can an eBay title be? eBay titles can be up to 80 characters. Use them for words buyers search for, not symbols or filler.
- What should I write in an eBay item description? Describe the condition honestly, list what is included, note any flaws with photo references, and say how you ship. Keep it scannable with short paragraphs or bullets.
- How do I find what my item sold for on eBay? Search for the item and filter by sold or completed items. Your agent can do this search and send you the links.
- Can todo.is post the listing on eBay for me? No. Your agent writes the listing and researches prices; you create and publish the listing in your eBay account.
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