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How does Barcode Label printing quality affect reading?

Publish Time: 2024-11-07
The impact of clarity on reading

The clarity of the barcode label is one of the key factors affecting reading. If the printed barcode has blurred lines, uneven edges or breakpoints, the barcode scanning device may not be able to accurately capture the complete barcode information when identifying it. For example, the blurring of the lines will prevent the scanning light from being accurately reflected and received, resulting in partial information loss or misreading. The uneven edges and breakpoints will interfere with the scanning device's judgment of the barcode structure, increase the probability of decoding errors, and thus affect the accuracy and efficiency of reading.

The impact of contrast on reading

Contrast is also an important indicator of the printing quality of the barcode label. The higher the contrast between the barcode and the background, the more conducive it is to the recognition of the scanning device. When the contrast is insufficient, such as the barcode color is too close to the background color, the scanning device has difficulty distinguishing the barcode from the background and cannot accurately extract the barcode information. Even if it can be barely read, a high bit error rate may occur. Therefore, when printing the barcode label, it is necessary to select a suitable color combination to ensure that there is enough contrast between the barcode and the background to improve the reliability of reading.

The impact of accuracy on reading

Printing accuracy is directly related to the quality and reading effect of the barcode label. Precision includes the barcode's size accuracy, bar width accuracy, etc. If the barcode size does not meet the standard or the bar width is uneven, the scanning device will have deviations when reading. For example, a bar width that is too narrow may cause the scanning device to be unable to correctly identify it, while a bar width that is too wide may cause adjacent barcode elements to interfere with each other. High-precision printing can ensure that each element of the barcode meets the specifications, allowing the scanning device to accurately identify and decode, thereby improving the success rate and accuracy of reading.

Impact of integrity on reading

The integrity of the barcode label is also crucial for reading. During the printing process, if the barcode is missing, damaged or covered, it will affect the scanning device's recognition of the barcode. Even partial missing or damaged may cause key information to be lost, making it impossible for the scanning device to decode correctly. Therefore, in the process of printing, transporting and using the barcode label, it is necessary to pay attention to protecting its integrity and avoid damage or contamination to ensure that the barcode can be read smoothly.
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