What format can we use for bar codes or UPC Codes?

[GFHANDMADE]

We are going to puchase a stand and bluetooth scanner and we are working on creating SKU's.  There are 2 different formats for UPC codes, UPC-A and UPC-E.  Since we are a small company that handmakes our products I was also looking at using Code 39, or Code 128. I don't want to spend hours doing more research on the different UPC codes if I can't use those formats with Square.  

[nansboutique]

New to square.  How WooCommerce for website, integrating online and offline with Square.  What barcode language works with square?  Currently my Woocommerce skus have alpha and numeric characters. 

[EJ_ · Accepted solution]

Hi @nansboutique and @GFHANDMADE

Any alphanumeric string can be a barcode, but it needs to be printed out in a format supported by the scanner used, so it depends on the type of scanner you're using and what the scanner supports. 

A few sellers use the DYMO labelwriter 450, as the software that comes with the printer will allow you to customize, create, and print barcodes.

[CottontailJones]

This reply was created from merging an existing thread: What format does Square Register recognize for scanning bar codes?

What format does Square Register recognize for scanning bar codes? UPC-A, EAN-8, etc...

[Helen]

Hello @CottontailJones! Take a look at EJ's Best Answer in this thread for more information about formatting for bar codes when using Square. 

[hojademicorazon]

Is there anyway to print barcodes on specific labels? When I generated barcodes, it always starts at the top of the page. To prevent waste, I would like to be able to print on the remaining labels left on a used page. 

[ashc]

Heya @hojademicorazon and welcome to the Community.

I moved your post to an existing thread that goes over formatting barcode labels.

Check out the Best Answer for more details!

[Mysticbc]

This best answer does not answer the question. Will the system read EAN-8 barcodes? I was using a different register and it finally crapped out and we have switched to Square and I need to know if I have to recreate all my barcodes now?

[Frida]

Hello @Mysticbc,

We see its your first post in the Seller Community, welcome! 😊

Quick question, do you use the Square for Retail platform? If so, you should have the ability to use EAN-8 barcodes. What matters most here is the type of scanner you purchase and whether its supported with our Retail POS and device. 

Check out @EJ's reply in this thread.

Please let me know if this helps! I also wanted to include this tidbit.