Chapter 6: Shipping Configuration
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Chapter 6: Shipping Configuration
6.1 Shipping Zones
Set up shipping zones and methods for different locations.
Shipping Zone Setup:
- Create shipping zones by location (country, state, postcode)
- Add shipping methods to zones
- Set shipping costs and conditions
- Configure free shipping conditions
- Set zone priority
6.2 Shipping Methods
Configure various shipping methods.
- Flat rate shipping - Fixed cost per order
- Free shipping - Free shipping option
- Local pickup - Customer picks up order
- Table rate shipping - Complex rate calculations (via extensions)
- Weight-based shipping - Cost based on weight
6.3 Shipping Classes
Use shipping classes for different product types.
- Create shipping classes (fragile, heavy, etc.)
- Assign classes to products
- Set costs per shipping class
- Configure class-based calculations
6.4 Shipping Calculations
Configure how shipping costs are calculated.
- Per order vs per item calculations
- Weight-based calculations
- Distance-based calculations
- Conditional shipping (free over amount)