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How do I create a barcode in Microsoft Word?

Question:

How do I create a barcode in Microsoft Word?

Answer:

Create mailing barcode for addresses in the United States

1. Open Microsoft Word
2. Click Tools
3. Click Envelopes and Labels
4. Type the Delivery address if necessary for the Envelope or Label
5. Click the Options button
6. Check the box for "Delivery point barcode"
7. Click ok

Other types of barcodes

In addition to being able to create mailing labels with mailing barcodes, you can download any of the hundreds of available barcode fonts to create your own barcodes. Keep in mind that there are several different symbologies of barcodes. This means that not all barcodes are the same and may not be supported by barcode readers or other programs.

Click here to open a search of available barcode fonts

In addition to getting barcode fonts, there are numerous third-party programs that can help keep track of barcodes and products that integrate with Microsoft Word. See our barcode dictionary definition for additional information about other barcode solutions.

Additional information:

• See our barcode dictionary definition for additional information about barcodes as well as related information and links.