How to Address an Envelope in Care of Someone Else

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Write the address on the front of the envelope in clear

   Instead, write "Apt. 6," "Room 52," or "Box
   230." If you don't know what the number stands for, you may use the number sign, but make sure you leave a clear space between the symbol and the actual number.
   
   Instead of #6, write #
   6.Capital letters are preferred, but your letter will still be delivered if you write in upper and lowercase letters.
   
   Just make sure it is legible and no one line is longer than 40 characters, or the scanner will not be able to read the address.
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   Step 2: all capital letters and using a pen or permanent marker.Don't write the address in pencil

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   Step 3: crayon

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   Step 4: or something else that could smudge or rub off.If the address includes and apartment number

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   Step 5: or other unit

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   Step 6: do not use a number or pound sign (#) to indicate the unit number.

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