How to use the proper keywords for a listing ?

[smart-shop25]

Hello guys, How to select the best matching keywords for a listing which take our listing  to first 20 searches?  I like to learn some strategies and new things as a junior from the most experienced, senior sellers here. Thanks.🙂

[this*old*attic]

Good question.

1. Look at the item - if you wanted one, what words would you use to search?

2. Use the Advanced search function to look at sold listings for the same item. What kinds of words did those sellers use? Is there a pattern of words used, that seem like it must be an important feature buyers want?

3. Do NOT waste space with things like WoW! L@@K, etc.

[this*old*attic]

Never mind. You're drop shipping from our favorite country.

Why don't any of the Sri Lankans sell their own national or traditional items?

Look up "sari fabric" and you'll see what I mean.

[kensgiftshop]

@smart-shop25 

You'd be better off not dropshipping, that could end your selling days pretty quick.

Sell items you know something about.