Rewaa automatically generates a unique barcode for each product. You can print it and attach it to your products so it can be scanned using barcode scanners. This helps speed up operations such as sales or inventory counting. In this article, we’ll explain the steps to print a barcode.
What is a Product Barcode?
It is a printed code consisting of parallel black lines with the product’s SKU displayed underneath.
Instructions Before Printing
Make sure you have a barcode printer.
Ensure the printer is properly installed on the device you are using for printing.
ℹ️ Note: If you need help, you can contact our support team via live chat inside the platform or through WhatsApp.
Steps to Print a Barcode
Step 1: Access the Print Option
From the Products List:
Go to Products & Inventory > Products.
Check (✔) the product(s) you want to print the barcode for.
Click Actions > Print Barcode.
From Purchase Invoices:
Go to Purchases & Suppliers > Purchase Invoices.
Click the invoice number.
Click Print Barcode.
Step 2: Select Barcode Details
Choose the details you want to include on the barcode:
SKU or Barcode.
Retail Price or Sales Price.
Location (to print branch-specific data).
Number of copies per barcode.
Barcode details: company name, product name, product price, tax type, barcode symbol.
Size: Standard size, Extended size (depends on your barcode paper size).
⚠️ Note: The displayed tax type (inclusive or exclusive) is based on your platform settings. For more details, click here.
Step 3: Print the Barcode
Click Print.
Make sure to select your barcode printer.
Click the arrow next to More Settings.
Adjust the printer settings as needed.
Click Print.
ℹ️ Note: You can contact support via live chat inside the platform or through WhatsApp for help setting up your printer and print settings.
User Permission to Print Barcodes
To enable this permission:
Go to Settings > Users > ⚙️ > Edit User.
Under User Permissions, make sure Detailed is enabled.
Go to Products List > enable View.
Go to Product Data > enable Print Barcode.
Click Save Custom User.
FAQs
1. Can I print multiple copies of the barcode?
Yes, you can. Simply enter the number of copies in the Number of Copies field and complete the steps.
2. Can I print barcodes for multiple products at once?
Yes, you can. Select the products from the inventory and follow the same steps.
3. What is the recommended paper size for barcode printing?
Standard size: (50×25), recommended.
Extended sizes: (60×40) or (40×22), depending on your printer.
4. Can I print product barcodes from the Rewaa app?
No, barcode printing is not available in the Rewaa app as it is designed for cashier tasks only.
5. Can I scan the barcode using a Sunmi device or a mobile phone?
Some devices can read barcodes. For more details, please contact support via live chat inside the platform or through WhatsApp.
6. Does Rewaa provide barcode printers?
Yes, Rewaa offers barcode printers at discounted prices for its customers. Contact us via live chat inside the platform or through WhatsApp to learn more about available devices.