Theory is useful, but examples are everything. In this article, we walk through three real cnshopper spreadsheet layouts used by actual resellers at different stages: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Each example includes the exact tab structure, column headers, and formulas you can adapt immediately.
Get Real TemplatesExample 1: The Beginner (10 orders/month)
This is the simplest viable cnshopper spreadsheet. One tab, clear columns, and zero complexity. Perfect if you are just validating your reselling idea.
- Tab: Orders
- Columns: Date, Product, Buy Price, Sell Price, Profit, Status
- Formula:
=E2-D2for profit - Visual: No color coding yet. Just raw data.
Example 2: The Growing Seller (50 orders/month)
At this stage, you need separation of concerns. Products live in one tab, orders in another, and a dashboard ties it together.
| Tab | Purpose | Key Column |
|---|---|---|
| Catalog | Product master data | SKU, Supplier URL |
| Orders | Customer transactions | Order ID, Tracking, Status |
| Profit Summary | Weekly / monthly totals | Auto-summed revenue |
| Suppliers | Vendor management | Contact, Rating |
Example 3: The Power User (200+ orders/month)
This reseller runs a small team and sells across three platforms. Their cnshopper spreadsheet is essentially a lightweight ERP.
- Multi-workbook setup: One per platform (eBay, Grailed, Direct).
- Master dashboard: Uses IMPORTRANGE to pull totals from all three.
- Automated alerts: Apps Script emails the team when inventory hits zero.
- Return tracking: Dedicated tab linked to original orders by Order ID.
- Tax export: Filtered view ready for the accountant every quarter.
Which Example Should You Copy?
Start with Example 1 if you are brand new. Upgrade to Example 2 when you have more than one supplier or more than 20 active orders. Example 3 is for teams or multi-platform sellers who have outgrown single-tab tracking.
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Can I mix elements from different examples?
Absolutely. Take the dashboard from Example 3 and the simplicity of Example 1. Build what works for you.
Where can I download these exact layouts?
Check our free templates page for downloadable versions.
How do I know when to upgrade my layout?
When you find yourself scrolling too much, adding notes in margins, or maintaining multiple files for one business.