Read item and lot fields without changing them

Read supported GS1 fields while keeping the entire original lot value.

For operators

This lesson uses made-up values. BarcodeBench checks the text received, not the physical print quality, ownership or correctness of a shipment.

Read these instructions on any device. Watch or practise a chapter on a desktop or laptop, with a desktop or mobile application layout. Demonstrations use sample data and simulated scanners.

Read item and lot fields without changing them

  1. Start a barcode check

    Start a barcode check.

    Start a temporary session. Values stay on this device and are not sent for a remote lookup.

  2. Enter an item and lot example

    Enter an item and lot example.

    Enter the complete bracketed example. The digits at the end of this lot stay part of the lot, not an invented expiry date.

  3. Choose how to read the value

    Choose how to read the value.

    Move to the format choice before asking BarcodeBench to explain the value.

  4. Choose GS1 data in brackets

    Choose GS1 data in brackets.

    Choose the format that matches the data you are checking. BarcodeBench keeps the original value.

  5. Read the item and whole lot

    Read the item and whole lot.

    Read the supported fields. LOT17271231 is the whole lot value. Supported checks passing does not certify the product or label.

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