How to Use Our Barcode Generator
- Enter your data - Type the text or numbers you want to encode in the barcode
- Select barcode type - Choose from various barcode formats based on your needs
- Customize appearance - Adjust width, height, colors, and text display options
- Generate - Click the generate button to create your barcode
- Download - Choose your preferred download format (PNG or SVG) with or without text
Pro Tip: For retail products, use EAN-13 format with 12-digit numbers. For internal use, CODE128 supports alphanumeric characters. Always check the format requirements for your selected barcode type to ensure compatibility with your scanning systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of barcodes can I generate with this tool? +
Our barcode generator supports multiple formats including CODE128, CODE39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC, ITF, MSI, and Pharmacode. Each format has specific use cases, so choose the one that best fits your needs.
What's the difference between PNG and SVG download options? +
PNG is a raster image format that works well for web and print. SVG is a vector format that can be scaled to any size without losing quality. SVG is ideal for professional printing and applications where the barcode needs to be resized frequently.
Can I use the generated barcodes for commercial purposes? +
Yes, all barcodes generated with our tool are free to use for personal and commercial purposes. However, for certain formats like UPC and EAN, you may need to purchase a unique identifier for commercial products.
Why isn't my barcode scanning correctly? +
If your barcode isn't scanning, try these solutions: 1) Ensure you've selected the correct format for your data, 2) Increase the height or width for better scanner recognition, 3) Check that your data meets the requirements for the selected format (e.g., EAN-13 requires 12 digits).
Can I customize the appearance of my barcode? +
Yes, our tool offers several customization options. You can adjust the width and height, change the line and background colors, and choose whether to display the encoded text below the barcode.
What characters are allowed in CODE39 format? +
CODE39 supports uppercase letters (A-Z), digits (0-9), and the following special characters: space, hyphen (-), plus (+), period (.), dollar sign ($), slash (/), and percent (%). It does NOT support lowercase letters or other special characters like @, #, &, etc.