Print Barcode Labels with Embedded Price
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Embedded price variable barcodes allow you to print a label with the total retail price already included for your POS scanner.
NOTE
This barcode format is for items where the total retail price is frequently changed and is not for use with a scale.
- For items calculated by weight, see Print Barcode Labels with Embedded Price Based on Weight
- For items calculated by amount, see Print Barcode Labels with Embedded Price by Item Amount
There are two parts required for setup. Once completed, you can print labels on the app:
1. Set Up Item
1. Log in to the portal at www.datecodegenie.com using the recommended browser. See Supported Internet Browser for Portal Access
2. Click the Items tab on the side bar.
3. Click the edit button (pencil icon) for an item or create a new item, see Manage Items
4. Go to the Details tab and enter the Retail Price. This is the price that will be embedded in the barcode.
5. Click on Scale Setup tab.
4. Enter the PLU SLU.
5. Click Save Changes.
2. Add Barcode to Printer Profile
1. Click on the Printer Profiles tab on the side bar.
2. Click the edit button (pencil icon) from a Printer Profile to edit, or add new Printer Profile. See Manage Printer Profiles.
3. Scroll down and click Layout Designer.
4. Add the Variable Barcode feature under the Dynamic Field group.
5. Set the Barcode Type to a price barcode using retail price, based on which format is needed for your POS system, see the Variable section on the page Types of Barcodes
6. Click Save Changes.
Print Labels on the App
1. Log in to the app.
2. Tap the item
3. Select the label type.
4. Tap the print copy box and enter number of labels to print.
5. Tap the print button (printer icon).
The label will print with:
Barcode containing PLU and total price
