Code 128: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I encode a CR keystroke in a Code 128 barcode?

Easy Barcode Creator currently doesn't officially support encoding a CR keystroke in a Code 128 barcode. However, it is possible to encode a CR with Easy Barcode Creator by composing the value in a text editor, such as TextWrangler (or BBEdit), then copying and pasting the text into the barcode content field.

Does Easy Barcode Creator support Function Characters (like FNC1)?

No.

GS1-128 is a subset of Code 128 that relies on FNC1 characters. Easy Barcode Creator has a separate GS1-128 symbology for creating these barcodes. FNC1 characters will be automatically inserted as needed.

Can I select a specific character subset?

For the Code 128 symbology, there are 3 different character subsets - A, B, & C. Easy Barcode Creator 3.x supports the Code 128 symbology, however, it doesn't support specifying a specific character set -- it implements a minimization algorithm for the Code 128 symbology, to make barcode as compact as possible.

It isn't necessary to use a specific subset; barcode scanners will read the same value either way as the same data is encoded no matter what subset is used.