Franking refers to the costs and methods by which letters, parcels, or other items are prepared and paid for shipment. It refers to the postage or fee required to transport the shipment from a sender to a receiver.
It is important to select the correct postage for the item being shipped to ensure that it is delivered properly. This includes the correct calculation of the postage and the correct labeling of the shipment according to the requirements of the shipping service provider or the post office.