.NET Linear Barcode

Barcode Types

Linear Barcode

A linear barcode encodes data using parallel bars and spaces of varying widths, which can be read by barcode scanners. Optionally the barcode can contain descriptive text and other symbols.

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Best Practices for Using Linear Barcodes

Choose the Right Barcode Type
Choose a barcode type that supports your data and matches the requirements of the application and scanning equipment. Check any applicable industry standards.

Leave Clear Margins
Keep the required quiet zones clear on both sides of the barcode. Text, borders, and other graphics must not extend into these areas.

Use a Suitable Size
Set the bar width and height for the printer resolution and expected scanning distance. Avoid resizing the finished image in ways that blur or distort the bars.

Use Strong Contrast
Use dark bars on a plain, light background. Avoid gradients, textures, and decorative effects that make the bars harder to distinguish.

Test the Output
Scan the barcode at its final printed or displayed size using the intended equipment. Confirm that it returns the correct data.