> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.macleather.co.uk/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Barcode Labels

> Generating barcode labels for handtags and polybags in Mac Leather Dashboard

# Barcode Labels

The Barcode Labels system generates product barcodes (EAN codes) for handtags and polybags. Each size variant gets a unique barcode for retail scanning.

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## Where to Find It

**Location:** Production Order Detail → **Barcodes & Labels** tab

The page has two tabs:

* **Size Breakdown** — Quantity per size
* **Barcodes & Labels** — Barcode generation and printing

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## Barcode Labels Table

| Column       | What It Shows                      |
| ------------ | ---------------------------------- |
| Size         | Size code (6, 8, 10, 12, etc.)     |
| Product Code | Unique product identifier per size |
| EAN Code     | 13-digit barcode number            |
| QTY          | Quantity for this size             |
| Status       | Ready / Pending                    |
| Actions      | Print options                      |

### Product Code Format

Product codes follow the pattern: `STYLE-VARIANT-SIZE`

**Example:** `BGG27870-105-14`

* `BGG27870` — Style reference
* `105` — Variant/color code
* `14` — Size

### EAN Code Format

EAN codes are 13-digit barcodes used for retail scanning.

**Example:** `5045773098194`

<Info>
  EAN codes are auto-generated by the system based on the product code. Each size gets a unique EAN.
</Info>

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## Status Meanings

| Status  | Meaning                           |
| ------- | --------------------------------- |
| Ready   | Barcode generated, ready to print |
| Pending | Awaiting barcode generation       |

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## Printing Barcode Labels

### Print Single Label

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Barcodes & Labels tab">
    Production Order → Barcodes & Labels
  </Step>

  <Step title="Find the size row">
    Locate the size you need labels for
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click print icon (×1)">
    First print icon prints one label
  </Step>

  <Step title="Print dialog opens">
    Send to label printer
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Print All Labels for Size

<Steps>
  <Step title="Find the size row">
    In Barcodes & Labels tab
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click print icon with quantity">
    Second print icon (shows quantity number)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Prints full quantity">
    All labels for that size print
  </Step>
</Steps>

**Example:** Size 10 with QTY 13 → Click print ×13 → Prints 13 labels

### Bulk Print (All Sizes)

<Steps>
  <Step title="Click Actions dropdown">
    Top right of Barcode Labels section
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Print All">
    Prints labels for all sizes
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review print preview">
    Check total label count
  </Step>

  <Step title="Print">
    Send to printer
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Action Buttons

| Button     | Icon             | What It Does                          |
| ---------- | ---------------- | ------------------------------------- |
| Print ×1   | Printer icon     | Print single label for this size      |
| Print ×QTY | Printer + number | Print all labels for this size        |
| Edit       | Pencil icon      | Edit product code or EAN (if allowed) |

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## Label Contents

Each printed barcode label typically includes:

| Element      | Description                         |
| ------------ | ----------------------------------- |
| Barcode      | Scannable EAN barcode               |
| EAN Number   | 13-digit number below barcode       |
| Size         | Size code                           |
| Product Code | Product identifier                  |
| Style Name   | Product description (if configured) |

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## Common Scenarios

| Situation                      | Action                      |
| ------------------------------ | --------------------------- |
| Need labels for one size       | Find size → Print ×QTY      |
| Need sample label to check     | Find size → Print ×1        |
| Need all labels for order      | Actions → Print All         |
| Barcode showing wrong          | Contact admin to regenerate |
| Need to reprint damaged labels | Print again (same process)  |

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## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Status shows Pending">
    **Cause:** Barcodes not yet generated for this order.

    **Solution:** Wait for system to generate, or contact admin if stuck.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="EAN code is blank">
    **Cause:** Product code not mapped to EAN.

    **Solution:** Contact admin to set up EAN mapping for this product.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Labels won't print">
    **Cause:** Printer not connected or browser blocking popup.

    **Solution:**

    1. Check printer connection
    2. Allow popups for this site
    3. Try Download instead of Print
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Wrong quantity showing">
    **Cause:** Size breakdown doesn't match.

    **Solution:** Check Size Breakdown tab — quantities come from there.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Barcode won't scan at retail">
    **Cause:** EAN not registered or print quality issue.

    **Solution:**

    1. Verify EAN is correct
    2. Reprint with higher quality settings
    3. Contact admin if EAN needs updating
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Related Guides

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Production Overview" icon="industry" href="/production/overview">
    Production order management
  </Card>

  <Card title="Carton Planning" icon="box" href="/exports/carton-planning">
    Planning shipment cartons
  </Card>
</CardGroup>