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TMO Quick Tip - Package Tracking Google Style

by , 7:30 AM EDT, April 30th, 2007

I send and receive packages through UPS and FedEx all the time, and I spend a lot of time tracking those packages, too. Instead of using the shipping Web sites to find out where my packages are, I rely on Google - my personal administrative assistant. All I need is the tracking number, and I let Google do the rest.

Here's how:

  • Enter the UPS or FedEx tracking number into your Web browser's Google search field.
  • Google will return a link to track the package. Go ahead and click it.

    • Use Google to track your packages.
  • Google will redirect you to the appropriate tracking site with your package already listed.


Your package automatically displays on the tracking page.

I prefer tracking packages this way since I don't have to first go to the FedEx or UPS Web site. Everything I need is available right from my browser Google search field.

Jeff Gamet is TMO's Morning Editor and Reviews Editor. He lectures, teaches and speaks on Mac OS X and design-related topics, and is the author of The Designer's Guide to Mac OS X from Peachpit Press.

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Close Name:jpfreeman Posts: 47 Joined: 12 Jan 2005
Mon Apr 30, 2007 9:38 am Subject:

edit please!


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Close Name:Rainy Day Posts: 607 Joined: 07 Jun 2005
Mon Apr 30, 2007 12:53 pm Subject: Even easier

Delivery Status (UPS, FedEx, DHL, USPS, et al) and Package Tracker (UPS, FedEx & DHL) widgets are so much more convenient than using a web browser. This Google approach is too much work, IMO.


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