Custom Barcodes

Why customize a Barcode?

Customizing a barcode is completely optional, however, some people like to do it in order to make their product packaging a little more interesting. People from time to time will make a tree grow out from the top of the barcode (with the barcode as its roots), or have the barcode as an entirely different shape. You can get an idea of what is possible based on the example below.

What can you customize on a Barcode?

Basically the actual barcode itself should adhere to the EAN barcode specifications. This means that the scannable area of the barcode should stay above 30X20mm (the smallest officially accepted size). The scannable area needs to remain clear from any obstructions, so any barcode artwork needs to incorporate this into it’s overall shape. Barcode artwork that obscures this scannable area can be very difficult or impossible to scan. This obviously defeats the purpose of the barcodeitself.

How to design your custom barcode?

To design your own custom barcode you will need to have a considerable amount of graphic design skill and ensure you are well aware of the barcode specifications and what they mean. Alternatively you could talk to your graphic designer about what you are after and seen if they can organize something as well. Another option is to see the section below. We may be able to help you out.

Who offers customized barcodes?

Again some graphic designers are able to arrange barcode artwork for you. Alternatively, we are in contact with some graphic designers that can do barcode art and hence can organize this for you. Please contact us to discuss what you need and whether we can help.

Examples and Links

Please see below some examples of customized barcodes:

 

Please see our Barcode Artwork page for more examples. Contact us if you have any questions or want to talk about arranging this.
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