Dimensional Weight: Easy how-to
"Dimensional weight" is the way shipping companies measure packages. It helps them charge the right amount for shipping, especially for big but light packages. Here’s how to calculate it: Get Your Package Info: Make sure you know your package's size (length, width, height) and weight. You can find this info on the package or measure it yourself. Convert Measurements: If your measurements aren't in inches, change them. Most shipping companies use inches. Find the Package's Volume: Multiply the length, width, and height to get the volume. Volume = Length x Width x Height. Turn Volume into Cubic Inches: Some companies like measurements in cubic inches. If your measurements are already in inches, you can skip this step. Calculate Dimensional Weight: Divide the volume by the company's dimensional weight number ( UPS , FedEx , USPS ). This number changes based on the company and units used (inches or centimeters). Dimensi...