Create Barcode Type

About this task

To create a bar code type:

Procedure

  1. From the tree in the application rules side panel, choose System Administration > Bar Codes. The Bar Codes window displays with the existing Bar Code Types.
  2. In the Bar Codes window, choose the Add New Bar Code Type icon. The Bar Code Type pop-up window displays.
  3. Enter information in the applicable fields.
  4. Choose the Save icon.
    Table 1. Bar Code Type Pop-up Window
    Field Description
    Bar Code Type Enter the name of the bar code type.

    This identifies the data type of the field being scanned in the user interface.

    Description Enter a brief description for the bar code type.

Results

The new bar code type is associated directly to the data field through a dictionary.