# Shipping Methods

The `shippingMethod` field is required when creating an order. It controls the carrier service level for the shipment.

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## Valid Values

| Value             | Description                                 |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| `NEXTDAYFIRST`    | Next Day First (earliest next-day delivery) |
| `NEXTDAYSTANDARD` | Next Day Standard                           |
| `TWODAY`          | Two Day                                     |
| `THREEDAY`        | Three Day                                   |
| `GROUND`          | Ground                                      |

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## Example

```json
{
  "shippingMethod": "GROUND",
  "shippingAddressId": 4001,
  "useShippingAccount": false
}
```

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## Related Concepts

* [Search to Order Cookbook](https://docs.partssource.com/documentation/cookbooks/search-to-order) - Complete ordering workflow
* [Flat Rate Repairs Cookbook](https://docs.partssource.com/documentation/cookbooks/flat-rate-repairs) - Flat rate repair ordering workflow