Shooting for eBay: Creating Simple and Effective Product Shots for Online Auctions and Sales
by Alan Hess
Cleaning Electronics
Electronic items are big sellers on eBay and other auction sites. Previous-generation iPads, Kindles, iPhones, and iPods are all in high demand, but you still need to make them look as new as possible. The most important part of this is to get that screen clean! Remove all the fingerprints and smudges that not only look bad but really shine in any photographs. You will also need to clean the device to give it that new out-of-the-box look.
Here are some general rules for cleaning your electronic gear.
• Make sure the item is unplugged from any power outlets.
• Do not use paper towels to clean the device, as they are actually very abrasive and can scratch the device.
• Use a lint-free soft cloth to wipe the screen and body ...
Become an O’Reilly member and get unlimited access to this title plus top books and audiobooks from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers, thousands of courses curated by job role, 150+ live events each month,
and much more.
Read now
Unlock full access