How to Add a Custom Barcode to a Product Using a Layout
You should ALWAYS test this on the system it is intended for as each barcode reading system is different.
Printing Barcodes on Prepay Envelopes or other items to be scanned into FLOW
Create your layout as usual or edit an existing layout
When you add the text layer for your barcode make sure the text layer reads:
*.NST.[Ticket Code]*
Having the text read this way ensures that you will be able to scan it into the Capture screen at a later date.
Printing Barcodes to be scanned in another system
Create your layout as usual or edit an existing layout
Enter the text as your software/reader specifies. Typically, when you add the text layer for your barcode most systems require an asterisk (*) at the front and back of the code