QC (quality control) photos on the CNFans Spreadsheet can look overwhelming at first—especially for Yeezy and Adidas collaboration products where small shape and material cues matter. This guide breaks down exactly how to interpret those photos, what angles actually tell you something, and which Yeezy-specific details deserve your attention before you approve shipment.

1) Start with the Spreadsheet: What the QC Links Really Represent

On the CNFans Spreadsheet, each row usually connects you to a product listing plus a QC album (or a set of images). Treat the spreadsheet as a navigation tool, not the final verdict. The most useful columns for Yeezy x Adidas items are typically:

• Batch/Factory: Often more predictive than price. Two “Yeezy 350 V2” pairs can look totally different depending on batch.

• Colorway name: Many Yeezys have subtle shade differences. Verify the colorway matches your target reference.

• QC album link: This is your decision point—approve, request more photos, or reject.

• Notes/remarks: Sometimes includes known quirks (e.g., “slightly long pull tab” or “sockliner shade”).

Your job is to use the QC photos to confirm the pair matches the listing and stays within “acceptable variance” for that batch.

2) Before You Judge: Calibrate Lighting, Angles, and Compression

Yeezy materials—Primeknit, translucent stripes, EVA foam, and suede—can look very different under harsh warehouse lighting. Misreads happen when people treat one dim photo as truth. Do this first:

• Look for consistent lighting across shots: If one photo is warmer or darker, don’t overreact to minor color shifts.

• Zoom for texture, not just color: Primeknit pattern and foam texture matter more than perfect shade accuracy in QC lighting.

• Check if images are compressed: Some albums reduce clarity. If key details blur, request close-ups.

3) The “Must-Have” QC Angles for Yeezy x Adidas

If the QC album is missing any of these, you’re working blind. Request additional photos rather than guessing.

For Yeezy 350 V2

• Lateral and medial sides: Confirms stripe placement (if applicable), knit flow, and overall shape.

• Top-down view: Shows toe box curvature, knit symmetry, and lace alignment.

• Heel shot: Heel height, curvature, and pull tab shape/position (on pull-tab colorways).

• Outsole close-up: Helps evaluate translucency and outsole mold lines.

• Size tag: Verifies size, production dates (not “auth”), and label formatting consistency.

For Yeezy 700 (Wave Runner / V1/V2/V3)

• Side profile: The midsole sculpt is the whole story on 700s—bulges, curves, and proportions.

• Toe bumper and suede panels: Check panel edges and whether suede looks alive (nap) or flat.

• 3M reflective shots: Especially Wave Runner—request flash photo if not included.

For Yeezy Slides and Foam Runners

• Top-down and side profile: Confirms opening shape, strap curvature (Slides), and silhouette.

• Bottom tread: Mold clarity and tread alignment can show defects or uneven finishing.

• Pair-to-pair comparison: Ask for both shoes side-by-side; foam pairs sometimes differ slightly.

4) Yeezy-Specific Details to Evaluate (What to Look For)

350 V2 Checklist: Shape, Stripe, and Knit Behavior

• Toe box profile: From top-down, it should look clean and not overly bulky. From side view, avoid extreme “ski slope” or a totally flat front.

• Primeknit pattern alignment: Compare left vs right. Minor differences happen, but glaring mismatch is a QC concern.

• Stripe placement (for SPLY/stripe colorways): The stripe should sit consistently on both shoes and not look dramatically higher on one side.

• Heel shape: A misshapen heel can ruin on-foot look. Watch for collapsing or lopsided curvature.

700 Checklist: Panel Edges and Midsole Sculpt

• Midsole “flow”: The wave-like geometry should look smooth and symmetrical from both sides.

• Suede quality: In QC photos, good suede often shows tonal variation and nap direction. If it looks plasticky, ask for a closer shot under different angle.

• Reflective elements: If the album doesn’t show reflectivity, request a flash photo—this is a common make-or-break detail.

Slides & Foam Runners: Mold Consistency and Finishing

• Surface texture: Look for uneven bubbles, gouges, or shiny patches that suggest poor finishing.

• Symmetry: The openings and sidewalls should mirror well. Small variance is normal, but major asymmetry is a red flag.

• Edges and seams: Slides often show rough trimming along edges—decide your tolerance level before approving.

5) Common Red Flags (and Which Ones Are Actually Dealbreakers)

Not every “flaw” matters equally. Use this simple decision rule: if it’s visible from normal standing distance, affects comfort, or indicates wrong item, treat it seriously.

• Dealbreakers: Wrong size tag vs what you ordered, obvious glue stains, major asymmetry, deep cuts/creases, incorrect model/colorway.

• Usually tolerable: Minor outsole marks, slight shade differences due to lighting, tiny stitching variance inside the shoe.

• “Ask for more photos”: Anything involving 3M reflectivity, foam texture, or color accuracy if photos are too dim.

6) How to Request Better QC Photos (Yeezy-Friendly Script)

If you’re unsure, don’t guess—ask. A good request is specific and fast for the agent to fulfill. For example:

• “Please add top-down photo of both shoes side-by-side (350 V2 toe box and knit symmetry).”

• “Please add flash photo for 3M reflective areas (Wave Runner).”

• “Please add close-up of size tag and insole print to confirm size and model.”

• “Please add outsole and heel close-ups (mold/tread and heel shape).”

7) Final Approval: A Simple Yeezy x Adidas QC Scorecard

Before you approve shipment, rate each category 1–5 based on the photos you have: (1) shape/silhouette, (2) symmetry, (3) materials/texture, (4) finishing/cleanliness, (5) labels/size accuracy. If any category scores a 1–2, request more photos or consider rejecting. This keeps your decision consistent and helps you avoid “panic RL” over small, lighting-based illusions.

With a repeatable process, the CNFans Spreadsheet QC albums become less like a guessing game and more like a checklist—especially for Yeezy and Adidas collabs where the silhouette and material behavior are the real tells.