Barcodes

Dynamic barcodes in PDF can be drawn directly as vector graphics. They looks good at every zoom level and have very small size, compared to barcodes created as raster image.

Supported Types

One dimensional: EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 39, Code 93
Two dimensional: Aztec, Data Matrix, PDF417, QR code, Pay by square (SK and CZ)

Configuration

Click on Barcodes 1D or Barcodes 2D drop-down button in editor's toolbar and select required type. Configuration window will appear. Once confirmed, Barcode will be placed in cursor's location.

Data (expression)

Define simple text field name or formula using expression language to be evaluated used for barcode generation algorithm.

Examples:
ProductSKU - single field expression to get product SKU and generate barcode for it (EAN for example)
"https://some.service.com/?referal=" + UserId - expression to generate QR code with referal URL link

Zoom

Adjust zoom level 1, 2 or 3 to change size of generated barcode. Barcode lines or dots will be thicker at higher zoom level.

Size

Select size of barcode. 1D barcode lines will be longer, 2D barcode dimensions will be bigger.

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