Manual Scanner - Walmart Tutorial
Manual Scanner - Walmart Tutorial
📚 What This Tutorial Covers
Item Finder Tutorial (Walmart Sourcing)
Goal: Learn how to use ZIK Analytics’ Item Finder Tool with Walmart as your supplier to find, match, and source profitable products from eBay — fast and accurately.
This tutorial explains how to set up the Item Finder, understand match types, analyze product profitability, handle unmatched results, and export products directly to your automation software.
✅ Insight: The Item Finder is one of the most efficient tools in ZIK — it automates sourcing by cross-referencing eBay listings with Walmart products, helping you save hours of manual work while increasing profit potential.
1. Setting Up the Item Finder
Goal: Configure the tool for accurate product matching and profit calculations.
Go to the Quick Settings on the left side of your ZIK dashboard and make sure the following are set:
- Marketplace: ebay.com
- Shipping Location: United States
- Source Supplier: Walmart.com
- Break-Even Percentage: between 15% and 19% (e.g., 16%)
Once everything is set, click Apply Changes.
✅ Tip: Your break-even percentage accounts for selling fees and affects all profit and ROI calculations — set it correctly before you start analyzing products.
2. Understanding the Match Types
Goal: Learn how to interpret Item Finder results accurately.
When using the Item Finder, you’ll see three result types:
- ✅ Green Check Mark: ZIK found an exact match on Walmart.
- 🟨 Supplier Logo Only: A similar match — not identical but comparable or potentially higher quality.
- 🟥 Red Box: No match found — ZIK couldn’t locate a product.
✅ Pro Tip: A red box can be a hidden opportunity! It often means the competitor uses a private or less popular supplier, which usually means less competition and better margins.
3. Product Comparison and Sourcing
Goal: Use real-world data to analyze competitor products and find sourcing options.
Open Competitor Research inside ZIK.
Copy an eBay seller’s ID from their About Section and paste it into the tool.
After adding the competitor, click any product showing the Item Finder icon (a small box with the Walmart logo).
If a ✅ green check mark appears, ZIK located the exact match on Walmart.
You’ll instantly see:
- Recent eBay sales data (e.g., 2 sales in the past 7 days)
- Estimated profit (e.g., $2.84 after fees)
- Profit margin and ROI (Return on Investment)
Before listing, always compare with other suppliers.
Switch to the Amazon, AliExpress, or CJdropshipping tabs to find potentially cheaper sourcing options.
✅ Tip: Comparing supplier prices helps you increase your ROI and stay competitive in your pricing strategy.
4. Handling Similar or Unmatched Products
Goal: Know what to do when a product isn’t an exact match.
If the Item Finder returns a similar match, review the product details carefully — if the quality and specs are comparable, it’s usually safe to list.
If no match is found (red box):
- Search manually on Walmart using the eBay product title.
- Copy the Walmart Product ID (found after the slash in the product’s URL).
- Paste it into ZIK’s Item Finder column and click Reload to update the match.
You can also use Google Lens to search by image — simply upload the eBay product photo and type Walmart in the search bar to refine your search.
✅ Pro Tip: Manual searches often uncover hidden suppliers or unique listings with higher margins.
5. Saving Products to a ZIK Folder
Goal: Organize your sourced products efficiently.
When you find a promising product:
- Click Select Folder in the Item Finder.
- Click New Folder if you don’t already have one.
- Name your folder and click Save to Folder.
All saved folders appear under My Products. From there, you can:
- View and manage all saved items
- Request CSV files for export
- Upload directly to your connected automation software
✅ Tip: Create separate folders by niche or supplier (e.g., Home Essentials – Walmart) to streamline your workflow and product management.
6. Adding Products to Automation Software
Goal: Instantly export products to your dropshipping automation tool.
One of the most powerful time-saving features in ZIK Analytics is the one-click integration with automation platforms.
Once connected:
- Click Add to Store on the desired product.
- Choose your automation software (e.g., AutoDS).
- Click Add to Automation Software.
The product will automatically appear in your automation tool’s Drafts section, ready for review or publishing to eBay.
✅ Insight: This fast, one-click export eliminates manual uploads — helping you scale efficiently and focus on growing your business.
