Unleash the Secret Checkout Speed Hack a Woolworths Insider Just Revealed on TikTok!

Navigating the supermarket aisles can be a bit of a chore, especially when you're in a rush. But thanks to a Woolworths insider, your time at the checkout could be cut down significantly. This little gem of wisdom, shared on the social media platform TikTok, is a game-changer for anyone who's ever felt the drag of a slow checkout experience.

The 'power slide' – it sounds like a dance move, doesn't it? Well, it's not going to get you on 'Dancing with the Stars,' but it might just make you the most efficient shopper at Woolworths. Liam Kirley, a Woolworths employee, has taken to TikTok to share his insider knowledge on how to speed up your self-service checkout process.


Here's how it works: when you're at the self-serve checkout, instead of painstakingly scanning each item one by one or fumbling to find the barcode, you can use the 'power slide' technique. Simply place your bag in the bagging area, then slide your items across the scanning area in one smooth motion. The scanner is designed to pick up the barcode as the item glides across, just as it would if a cashier were scanning your items at a manned checkout.


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Woolworths staff Liam Kirley demonstrated an easy way to use self-serve checkouts in a video posted online. Image Credit: TikTok/Woolworths AU


Liam's video demonstration shows that with the 'power slide', you can scan multiple items quickly and efficiently. The key is to wait for the green light, which signals that you're good to scan the next item. This method not only speeds up the process but also minimizes the frustration of having to rotate each product in search of the elusive barcode.


The reaction to this checkout hack has been overwhelmingly positive, with many Woolworths shoppers expressing their gratitude for the tip. Comments like 'Yay! This is awesome' and 'This is so helpful' flooded in, showing that even the smallest of tips can make a big difference in our daily routines.

However, some shoppers were left scratching their heads, wondering why this method was considered a 'hack' at all. It seems that for some, the 'power slide' is just the standard way of using the self-serve checkout. And of course, there's the occasional hiccup with the self-serve machines, like when you press 'I have a bag' and the machine mistakenly thinks you've added an extra item, prompting a call for assistance.

Despite these minor quirks, the 'power slide' is a testament to the ingenuity of workers and the potential for even the most mundane tasks to be optimized. It's a reminder that sometimes, the best hacks are the simplest ones – they just require a fresh perspective.


So, next time you're at Woolworths, give the 'power slide' a go. It might just transform your shopping experience, leaving you with more time to enjoy the things that matter most. And who knows, you might even impress a fellow shopper or two with your checkout prowess.
Key Takeaways

  • A Woolworths employee has shared a TikTok video revealing a quick checkout hack known as the 'power slide' to speed up self-service scanning.
  • The worker, Liam Kirley, demonstrated how sliding items across the scanning area can pick up barcodes more efficiently, making the checkout process faster.
  • This technique imitates the speediness of regular checkout counters and helps customers quickly scan multiple items without having to locate each barcode individually.
  • While many shoppers found the tip useful, some were already familiar with the process, questioning why it was branded as a 'hectic'.
We'd love to hear from you, members of the Seniors Discount Club! Have you tried the 'power slide' at your local Woolworths? Do you have any other tips and tricks for speeding up the shopping process? Share your experiences and advice in the comments below – let's help each other make the most of our shopping trips!
 
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I don't wanna go home with a dozen eggs already cracked, the loaf of bread squashed & the bananas partly mushed.
 
You are one smart little cookie! ❤️
Strange that you would use the “cookie” when you never let a chance go by about saying how much you detest anything associated with USA.
I don’t feel he means the supermarket gorgeous girl🤣
Thank you Littleboy8. I’m a bit slow today and not much fun. Just one of those days. Too much business sh*t I’ve been dragged into.
 
Strange that you would use the “cookie” when you never let a chance go by about saying how much you detest anything associated with USA.

Thank you Littleboy8. I’m a bit slow today and not much fun. Just one of those days. Too much business sh*t I’ve been dragged into.
Well I hope your day improves at least your warm there were freezing our little titties off here.😊
 
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Well I hope your day improves at least your warm there were freezing our little titties off here.😊
I love the cold weather! Get to cover my body up!😆 Perhaps it’s because I grew up in colder climates. Didn’t mind the heat when I was younger, but feel more alive when the weather is cool now. I melt in the heat. 🫠🥵
 
Woolworths and Coles have "real persons" too. And Aldi have self-service checkouts, so basically all three are the same.
I am in SA and have yet to come across an ALDI Self serve checkout. Are the Aldi staff tea rooms of the same standard as the ones provided at Woolies and Coles for those who do the work???
 

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