You may have noticed that the SwapThing site has a new and improved look, but that?s not the only thing that is different. We have incorporated two major changes that we feel will make the SwapThing experience easier and more beneficial for everyone.

Firstly, in order to simplify the process of adding new items, there is now the option of providing the ISBN (books) or UPC (CD's, DVD's, video games and more) for your things. When you enter either of these numbers (with no spaces or dashes) on the Add a Thing page, our system will automatically recognize the item and fill the Title and Description fields for you.

Secondly, SwapThing has updated the way we list services. SwapServices, a subscription-based, model has been implemented in order to enhance the user experience and create a more powerful way for you to showcase your service. Existing service listings need to be labeled as a service or a skill so the new changes can be applied to them.

If you currently have a listing for a service, we would appreciate it if you would take the time to determine which type of listing you need.

• A service is what you do professionally as your job. A SwapService subscription will allow you to advertise your service for swap or sale to SwapThing users. SwapService listings allow you to show all your contact information and include a link to your website.
• A skill is something that you are good at, but do not do professionally. If you want to swap your skill for another swapper's service, skill or item, you should select a skill listing. Skill listings are swapped just like items with a charge of just $1.00 per swap.

We hope you enjoy the new changes to the site. As always, we welcome your feedback, feel free to comment on our blog at http://www.swapthing.com or use our support form.

Happy Swapping!
The SwapThing Team
http://www.swapthing.com