Write listings that sell

beginner⏱ Rough guide only: 20 minutes per listing

Last reviewed by Amara Lewis

How can AI write a listing that sells?

Give ChatGPT or Claude the item details, platform and target buyer, and ask for a title under 80 characters, bullet-point description, keywords and a price range to check. Always describe condition honestly and compare prices with sold listings.

Copy-and-paste prompt

Swap the bits in [square brackets] for your own details.

Write a listing for [item] to sell on [platform, e.g. eBay, Vinted, Etsy]. Details: [condition, size, brand, features]. Target buyer: [who]. Give a catchy title under 80 characters, a description with bullet points, 10 search keywords, and a suggested price range to check against similar listings.

How to do it

  1. Open ChatGPT or Claude and start a new chat.
  2. Copy the prompt below and replace everything in [square brackets] with your details.
  3. Read the answer and ask follow-up questions to adjust it.
  4. Save or print the result you're happy with.

What a good answer looks like

Illustrative example written by the AI My Day team to show the kind of answer you can expect. Real results vary.

Title: Levi's 501 Original Jeans W32 L32 Mid Blue – Great Condition Description: • Classic straight fit, button fly • Size W32 L32, mid-blue wash • Worn a handful of times, no rips or stains • From a smoke-free home Keywords: levis 501, straight leg, mens jeans, denim, W32… Price: check recently sold listings for this model and size before setting your price.

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Top tips

  • Add your own honest photos – buyers trust real pictures.

Frequently asked questions

Can I trust the price suggestion?

Treat it as a starting point; sold listings on the platform are the real guide.

Is it OK to use AI on Vinted or eBay?

Generally yes, as long as the description is accurate.

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