So today, I’m updating pictures.
In doing so, I have to take out what used to be ok. Paragraph breaks.
They have been there since the dawn of time.
Can’t save until they are removed.
And for some listings it’s not a problem!
They took HTLM a while ago, I imagine that further cheapening the listings eliminating paragraph breaks is a way to force everybody to use A+
Let’s see how long the leave line breaks, before everything turns into big clumps of text
But I can still use punctuation, right?
Right?
Agreed. I’ve been editing a lot of listings today and sometimes the computer catches it, sometimes it doesn’t.
I looked from the Amazon side on some listings I didn’t need to edit and the paragraph breaks are still there.
NOW I’ve ran into a “COLOR” problem. Ivory is already in the system and it wants me to update or rather correct that color field. Doesn’t matter what I put in there, it won’t save. Opened a case and they said give it 24-48 hours. Then sent an email asking for feedback. The chat person did fine. But geez, you don’t know if the solution worked until 24-48 hours later.
We resorted to using double breaks
< br >
< br >
to solve creating a paragraph look.
Note: remove the spaces before and after the “br”
Yep, and now those need to be deleted before it will save other edits.
I thought that HTML was not allowed
I mocking Amazon for forcing it on everybody, but I do have everything on A+
I expect this is a temporary solution. Sooner or later, Amazon will crack down on line breaks too.
Agree as I am seeing it bit by bit today.
Half of my edits were OK.
The other half not until I deleted the breaks.
They apparently are taking lessons from all the wall of text posts in the NSFE.
I can’t believe some people think other sellers will read all the crap buried in those.
This was one post by a guy who actually did a decent job on one post and then made a second post about the same issue.
Maybe he was hitting the sauce between posts 
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Need help inventory at risk
3 months ago
hi Dear amazon representatives please read my case in detail and sort it out here I explained each and everything even a small detail
Dear amazon team please it’s a request for manual review by a specialist Because now I explained each and everything even a small detail why my product doesn’t fall in “infant cushion support” And provided real pictures, recommended compliance certification, product packaging with instructions on it and references Asin that similar to my product with correct category please review it once in detail 1. Product Identification ASIN: B0G489L91K SKU: KY-I8H9-ILPO FNSKU: X004XMIZXL Product Type: Baby Water Sensory Play Mat Age Grade: 3–24 months 2. Correct Regulatory Classification The product complies with 16 CFR Part 1250 — Safety Standard for Toys, which mandates compliance with ASTM F963 – Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety. The product has been tested and certified according to ASTM F963 through an Amazon-recommended accredited laboratory, as demonstrated in the attached test reports and CPC. Test Report Reference Number: TR176918639244084 3. Why 16 CFR 1243 (Infant Support Cushion) Does NOT Apply Amazon defines an Infant Support Cushion as a product filled with resilient material intended to support an infant’s weight or position while reclining or resting. A. No Resilient Cushioning Material The product consists of a water-filled sensory center and an air-filled border (maximum height 1.7 inches). Water and air are non-structural and do not function as cushioning support materials such as foam or batting. B. Product Does Not Support Infant Weight Infant weight is supported entirely by the floor surface. The mat does not elevate or cradle the infant and has no load-bearing design. C. No Positioning or Reclining Function The product does not hold infants in position, prop posture, restrict movement, or function for resting or lounging. It is intended exclusively for active supervised play. 4. Functional Purpose – Toy / Activity Product The product’s purpose is sensory stimulation, tummy-time engagement, and visual/tactile play interaction. Therefore, it aligns with Toy & Activity Play Mats regulated under ASTM F963 (16 CFR 1250). 5. Regulatory Intent Comparison 16 CFR 1243: Cushions/loungers supporting infant body weight – Not applicable. 16 CFR 1250 (ASTM F963): Toys and activity play products – Applicable. 6. Preventive Actions Taken - Listing reviewed to remove any implication of cushioning or support - Images clearly show flat floor play usage - Safety statement added: “For supervised play only — not intended for sleep or infant support.” - Product categorized appropriately as play mat/activity toy 7. Supporting Documentation Attached 1. Children’s Product Certificate (CPC) — ASTM F963 compliant 2. ASTM F963 Test Reports (Amazon-recommended laboratory) Test Report Reference Number: TR176918639244084 3. Flat surface product image 4. Measurement image showing 1.7-inch border height 5. Packaging image 6. Instruction manual stating supervised play usage 8. Request I kindly request Amazon to: 1. Reclassify ASIN B0G489L91K under Toy Safety Standard (16 CFR 1250 / ASTM F963) 2. Remove Infant Support Cushion designation under 16 CFR 1243 3. Restore listing under Baby Play Mats / Activity Toys category I remain fully committed to Amazon safety and compliance standards and appreciate your review. Sincerely, SHOPING SOLUTIONS LLC, Additional Products – Same Classification The following ASINs are the same product and should also be classified under Baby Gyms & Playmats: ASIN Product Category B09XHGG4B8 Baby Gyms & Playmats B0CGXD4CZ8 Baby Gyms & Playmats B07XC6YCC5 Baby Gyms & Playmats B09NW5X2F1 Baby Gyms & Playmats B09HWBW3RC Baby Gyms & Playmats B0DXKYLDRD Baby Gyms & Playmats B0G26F1DCH Baby Gyms & Playmats Justification: - All products are flat water play mats with minimal air borders - Designed for tummy-time and sensory play - No product provides weight-bearing support or positioning function - Fully compliant with 16 CFR 1250 / ASTM F963 Toy Safety Standard - None of these products fall under Infant Support Cushion (16 CFR 1243) requirements
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attachment are available in this case 19687034421
Aaaand there goes the punctuation.
Yep, not reading all that um C R A P.
Even in the bullet points, I keep it simple. My competitor (PITA) from years ago uses that section and each bullet point is a paragraph. Never knew there was so much to say about a darn doily
We have used line breaks for years and they went through just fine with the title edits that we just did. We know it was in the help pages on what was allowed when writing the description. It said that no HTML could be used except for the line break which was allowed.
EDIT ADD:
I understand and agree, line breaks are explicitly allowed.
I have no confidence that will not change at some random point in the future, likely with no warning.
Guess I’m starting to see the change.
Some were fine, some weren’t. NO rhyme or reason
Thanks!
Amazon is so Amazon. “it’s forbidden, except for it isn’t”
What prevents seller from just doing multiple line breaks to separate paragraphs?
In any case, thanks for finding the policy
I foresee the day when the will forbid English, on the grounds that the employees don’t understand it.
Nothing … using two line breaks back to back creates the paragraph look … that is what we do and have done for several years.