Barcode Generator
Generate various types of barcodes for inventory, products, and identification systems. Supports multiple formats with customizable appearance.
Barcode Configuration
Configure your barcode format and appearance
Example for CODE128: ABC123456789
Generated Barcode
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Generate a barcode to see it here
Test your barcode with a scanner before use
How It Works
Our Barcode Generator creates various types of barcodes for inventory management, product identification, and tracking systems. Choose from multiple barcode formats and customize the appearance to meet your specific requirements.
- Multiple Formats: Support for CODE128, CODE39, EAN13, UPC, and more
- Custom Text: Enter product codes, inventory numbers, or any alphanumeric data
- Size Control: Adjust width, height, and scaling for different applications
- Text Display: Option to show or hide human-readable text below the barcode
- Download Options: Save as PNG, SVG, or other formats for printing or digital use
Supported Barcode Types
| Format | Character Support | Common Use Cases |
|---|---|---|
| CODE128 | Full ASCII | Shipping, inventory, general purpose |
| CODE39 | Alphanumeric + symbols | Industrial, government, healthcare |
| EAN13 | 13 digits | International product identification |
| EAN8 | 8 digits | Small products, restricted space |
| UPC-A | 12 digits | North American retail products |
| UPC-E | 6-8 digits | Small retail items |
| Codabar | Numeric + symbols | Libraries, blood banks, shipping |
| ITF | Numeric pairs | Cartons, packaging, warehouse |
Use Cases
- Retail: Product identification and point-of-sale systems
- Inventory Management: Track stock levels and warehouse locations
- Shipping & Logistics: Package tracking and delivery management
- Manufacturing: Work order tracking and quality control
- Healthcare: Patient identification and medication tracking
- Libraries: Book and media checkout systems
- Asset Management: Equipment and property tracking
- Event Management: Ticket validation and access control
Best Practices
- Size: Ensure barcodes are large enough for reliable scanning
- Contrast: Use high contrast between bars and background
- Quiet Zone: Leave adequate white space around the barcode
- Print Quality: Use appropriate resolution for printing method
- Testing: Verify scannability with your target scanner devices
- Data Validation: Check that encoded data meets format requirements
- Backup: Include human-readable text for manual entry if needed
Barcode Specifications
- Minimum Size: Follow industry standards for minimum bar width
- Aspect Ratio: Maintain proper height-to-width ratios
- Resolution: Use at least 300 DPI for professional printing
- Color: Black bars on white background provide best contrast
- Material: Consider substrate material for printing durability
- Environment: Account for scanning distance and lighting conditions