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Adding a Barcode Object
You can create labels that include barcodes based on many formats or types. You can choose from Code 39 (also called "Code 3 of 9"), Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC, EAN, UCC/EAN 128, ITF-14, Codabar, PLANET, POSTNET, Intelligent Mail®, and PDF417 barcode types.
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This documentation assumes that you already understand the differences between barcode types and have a plan in place to incorporate barcodes into your organization. If you need to learn more about barcodes, many excellent how-to books are available online. |
To add a barcode
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Select
Barcode from the
Add list.
A new barcode object is added to your label. By default, the barcode type is Code 128 Auto.
- Select the barcode type and enter the data in the properties pane.
- Optionally, choose to show the barcode text above or below the barcode.
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Change the size of the barcode in the Layout properties.
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If you choose to show the barcode text, you can position the text above or below the barcode. And, you can select the font, size, and style of the text. |
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The barcode object size on the label. |
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Horizontal alignment of the barcode within the object. |
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Rotation of the barcode within the object. |
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Applies to D1 labels only. Sets the amount of space between the edge of the barcode and the border of the object. |
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