So Many Issues with the New Listing Form

[#1]

I detest the new listing form that Etsy is now forcing us to use. I tried it when it was optional, but I kept getting an error message in red at the bottom and was never able to save my changes. Now, I'm attempting to edit a custom listing for a buyer, and I want to use my images instead of the generic, ugly Etsy one. However, I can't do so because of persistent error messages.

I was able to fix the shipping errors and images, but the system would not register the category, which is beads in jewelry making supplies. I found the correct category, but the system keeps showing that same red error message, despite the fact that I selected a category. I tried clearing my cache and cookies, logging out, and using two different browsers, but the issue persists. Because of this, I'm stuck using Etsy's unattractive icon for custom listings, which is incredibly frustrating.

Another frustrating issue is when I want to edit variations. Instead of allowing me to edit existing variations (for example, to correct a typo), I have to delete the variation, retype it, and then move it around to place it in the correct alphabetical order.

I've given my feedback before when Etsy requested it, but it seems to fall on deaf ears. The new listing form is not helpful and does NOT save time. Why do they do this? I'm sure I'm not the only one having issues. Instead of making the process smooth, it has become time-consuming and difficult. Etsy, read the room. Sellers are NOT happy!

[SewlyButtons]

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[MySoftParade]

I got around the issue by clicking relist sold button - then deactivated it & changed the necessary areas and all went through. Yesterday I spent and hour trying to get it relisted on the new form!!!

[vintagedesignsource]

Same exact problem. Can't finish listing item because of the "category" glitch. So frustrated.

[MousesHouseAntiques]

I'm having the same problems.  For jewelry, some of the new listing forms have completely eliminated "Size" and "gemstone", which are integral parts of the listing details, especially when it comes to the search algorithms.  However, with several hundred items, even if they do fix it, it will be quite time consuming for me to go back to every listing after the fact and try to fill in the data that is currently missing.  

I don't know what was wrong with the old form and was hesitant to change, but if we must, I would have hoped the new form was working properly before becoming a requirement.

[Trags614]

Thought it was just me so frustrating I gave up! I deleted all my listings and not coming back until it changes!

[Adorabilities]

You still have 39 available items in your shop.

[YourVintageHotspot]

I totally agree. I hate the new listing form and wish they'd take it back. It's been nothing but problem after problem. Now my listings are piling up waiting for Etsy to fix the core details issue which is taking days. Why?? I'm tempted just to take my items and list them on eBay. <sigh>

[TurtleCrossingArts]

August 14, 2024 As I am Updating & Editing Lisitings I Still See This: We’re still working on shipping price preview—stay tuned! For now you can calculate shipping prices hereOpens a new tab.

Also I Still have to Reword, Add, or Remove Words to Tags, Description, Title, Somewhere in Lisiting for to Publish Tab Not be Grey Out to Publish a Listing. [ as in edit mode: I am Viewing Listing Not Always Wanting to Update it! But I Can't PUBLISH it Being Greyed-Out; Not with out me Changing some word somewhere ]

Hello, How Long does it Take to Resolve issues? it has been over a Year Since this was Announced to Replace the Listing Form that Worked; on June 25th 2024, this Revised Problematic Listing form Removed a Listing Form that Worked With Out Problems.

Humm That's a Time-Consuming Long Drawn Out Process when updating Several Listings its not been good for time management!  And Having to deal with issues.