Save & Export#

Export barcodes in various formats for different uses.

File Formats#

Vector Formats (Scalable)#

EPS (Encapsulated PostScript)#

  • Industry standard for print
  • Infinitely scalable
  • Professional printing
  • Adobe compatible

PDF#

  • Universal compatibility
  • Embedded fonts
  • Print-ready
  • Multi-platform

SVG#

  • Web-friendly vector
  • XML-based
  • Editable in code
  • Modern browsers

Raster Formats (Fixed Resolution)#

TIFF#

  • High-quality bitmap
  • Lossless compression
  • Print industry standard
  • Large file sizes

PNG#

  • Web graphics
  • Transparent background
  • Lossless compression
  • Smaller than TIFF

JPEG#

  • Compressed format
  • Smaller files
  • Lossy compression
  • Not recommended for barcodes

Resolution Guidelines#

Print#

  • Minimum: 300 DPI
  • Recommended: 600 DPI
  • High-quality: 1200 DPI
  • Flexographic: 200+ DPI

Digital Display#

  • Screen: 72-144 DPI
  • Retina: 144-300 DPI
  • E-commerce: 300 DPI
  • Thumbnails: 72 DPI

Export Workflows#

Single Barcode Export#

  1. Create your barcode
  2. File > Save As
  3. Choose format
  4. Set resolution/options
  5. Name and save

Batch Export#

  • Multiple formats simultaneously
  • Consistent naming conventions
  • Organized folder structure
  • Automation options add-on

Integration Methods#

Adobe Creative Suite#

  • Direct to Illustrator
  • Direct to InDesign
  • Direct to Photoshop
  • Copy and paste

Other Applications#

  • Microsoft Office
  • Web applications
  • Database systems
  • Label software

Best Practices#

File Management#

  • Consistent naming
  • Version control
  • Backup strategies
  • Archive organization

Quality Control#

  • Verify after export
  • Check resolution
  • Test in target application
  • Maintain originals

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