--- title: Creating and Editing Bar Codes in LightBurn description: Learn how to create and edit Bar Codes in LightBurn, including QR Codes and other formats. Step-by-step guidance on properties, data entry, error correction, and customization. --- [Skip to content](https://support.salasers.com/creating-editing-bar-codes-lightburn#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Submit a Ticket](https://support.salasers.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) ![MicrosoftTeams-image.png\]](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/MicrosoftTeams-image.png?height=50&name=MicrosoftTeams-image.png) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Submit a Ticket](https://support.salasers.com/kb-tickets/new) - Go to salasers.com Go to salasers.com Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [SA Laser Knowledge Base](https://support.salasers.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Tools & Features](https://support.salasers.com/tools-features?hsLang=en) 3. [Layout and Design](https://support.salasers.com/tools-features?hsLang=en#layout-and-design) # Creating and Editing Bar Codes in LightBurn ## A Comprehensive Guide to Generating and Customizing Bar Codes LightBurn's **Create Bar Code** tool allows you to generate Bar Codes for your laser projects, storing data that is readable when scanned. With support for a wide variety of formats, including QR Codes, the tool is versatile and customizable to meet different needs. ![QuickRef-CreateBarCode](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/QuickRef-CreateBarCode.gif?width=688&height=516&name=QuickRef-CreateBarCode.gif) --- ### **How to Create a Bar Code** 1. **Activate the Tool:** Go to **Tools → Create Bar Code**. 2. **Define the Size:** Click, hold, and drag in the Workspace to set the Bar Code's size. Release to create it. Resizing can be done later. 3. **Bar Code Properties Window:** This opens automatically. Use it to: - Select a **Bar Code Type**. - Enter data in the **Raw Content** field. - Adjust options like error correction and spacing. As you make changes, the Bar Code live-updates in your Workspace. Click **OK** to finalize or **Cancel** to discard. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-Demo](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-Demo.gif?width=688&height=387&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-Demo.gif) --- ### **Editing Bar Codes** You can reopen the Bar Code Properties window by: 1. **Double-clicking the Bar Code.** 2. **Right-clicking** the Bar Code (when only one is selected) and choosing **Edit Bar Code** from the context menu. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-EditMenu](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-EditMenu.png?width=359&height=395&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-EditMenu.png) --- ### **Bar Code Properties Overview** #### **Bar Code Types** **![Ref-CreateBarCode-BarCodeTypeMenu](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-BarCodeTypeMenu.png?width=342&height=475&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-BarCodeTypeMenu.png)** Choose from a wide variety of formats, including: - QR Code, Data Matrix, Aztec, Code 128 - ISBN, UPC, EAN, VIN, and more The default format is QR Code or the last selected type. #### **Data Entry Options** - Enter data in the **Raw Content** field. - For QR Codes, additional tabs allow entry for **WIFI credentials** or **Contact information**, which auto-fill the Raw Content field. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-WIFI](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-WIFI.png?width=352&height=475&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-WIFI.png) ![Ref-CreateBarCode-Contact](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-Contact.png?width=352&height=475&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-Contact.png) #### **Character Limit** A live counter displays the maximum supported characters for the selected Bar Code type. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-Characters](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-Characters.png?width=167&height=63&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-Characters.png) --- ### **Advanced Features** #### **Text Evaluation and Variable Offset** - Use the **Text Evaluation** dropdown to substitute data dynamically using Variable Text formatting. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-TextEvaluation](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-TextEvaluation.png?width=219&height=90&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-TextEvaluation.png) - Add a **Variable Offset** to display different Serial Numbers or rows from a CSV for multiple Bar Codes. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-VariableOffset](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-VariableOffset.png?width=209&height=58&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-VariableOffset.png) #### **Process Control Characters** Enable this feature to convert formatted characters (e.g., ``) into non-printable ones for GS1-compliant systems. Converted characters appear in red in the Evaluated Text field. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-ProcessControlCharacters](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-ProcessControlCharacters.png?width=376&height=475&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-ProcessControlCharacters.png) --- ### **Error Correction** Error correction ensures the Bar Code remains readable even if damaged or obscured. Adjust the **Error Correction slider** to balance resilience and visual complexity. **Supported Formats:** QR Code, Aztec, PDF417, Grid Matrix, and more. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-ErrorCorrection](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-ErrorCorrection.gif?width=688&height=387&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-ErrorCorrection.gif) --- ### **Additional Options** #### **Show Bar Code Text** For certain types, enable this switch to display the text stored in the Raw Content field below the Bar Code. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-ShowBarCodeText](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-ShowBarCodeText.png?width=688&height=354&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-ShowBarCodeText.png) #### **Extra Data Spacing** If a "+" symbol separates extra data, control the spacing between primary and secondary Bar Codes. **Supported Formats:** ISBN, UPC, EAN. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-ExtraDataSpacing](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-ExtraDataSpacing.gif?width=688&height=387&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-ExtraDataSpacing.gif) #### **Force Square** When using the Data Matrix format, this option ensures the Bar Code remains square. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-ForceSquare](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-ForceSquare.gif?width=688&height=387&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-ForceSquare.gif) --- ### **Error Messages** If the entered data is invalid for the selected Bar Code type, an error message will appear in the Properties window, and an "X" will display in the Workspace. ![Ref-CreateBarCode-ErrorX](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-CreateBarCode-ErrorX.png?width=688&height=384&name=Ref-CreateBarCode-ErrorX.png) --- ### **Conclusion** With LightBurn's Create Bar Code tool, you can easily generate and customize Bar Codes for laser projects. 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