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How to Generate Barcodes with Barcode API in JavaScript

October 31, 2024

Learn to generate barcodes seamlessly using Barcode API in JavaScript. This guide offers simple steps and practical examples for effective barcode creation.

How to Generate Barcodes with Barcode API in JavaScript

 

Introduction to Barcode API in JavaScript

 

  • Barcode generation can be efficiently done using various JavaScript libraries that offer easy-to-use APIs. Libraries like JsBarcode or Barcode API offer comprehensive solutions to generate various types of barcodes directly in a web application.
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  • These APIs typically allow customization of barcode format, size, color, and encoding types, enabling developers to integrate robust barcode capabilities in their JavaScript projects.

 

Using JsBarcode for Barcode Generation

 

  • To generate barcodes, JsBarcode is an excellent choice. It is simple to use and supports a wide array of barcode formats like CODE128, CODE39, EAN, UPC, and more.
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  • First, ensure you have included the JsBarcode library in your project. You can include it via a CDN link or npm if using a Node.js environment.

 

Include JsBarcode in Your HTML

 

  • Use a CDN to quickly add JsBarcode to your project:
<script src="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/jsbarcode@3.11.5/dist/JsBarcode.all.min.js"></script>

 

Generate a Simple Barcode

 

  • Once the library is included, you can create an SVG or canvas element in your HTML where the barcode will be rendered.
<svg id="barcode"></svg>
<script>
  JsBarcode("#barcode", "123456789012", {
    format: "CODE128",
    lineColor: "#0aa",
    width: 2,
    height: 100,
    displayValue: true
  });
</script>

 

Customizing the Barcode

 

  • The `JsBarcode()` function accepts a variety of options:
  • format: Specify the barcode type, e.g., CODE128, CODE39, EAN.
  • lineColor: Set the color of the barcode lines. You can use color names or hex values.
  • width: Control the width of the barcode lines.
  • height: Set the height of the barcode.
  • displayValue: Boolean to decide if the value should be displayed under the barcode.
  • Each of these options allows you to tailor the appearance of the barcode to match the user interface design requirements.

 

Handling Async Barcode Generation

 

  • If you need to generate barcodes asynchronously, perhaps responding to user inputs or data fetched from an API, ensure that the barcode rendering logic is executed after the DOM is fully loaded. You can use events like DOMContentLoaded or include your script right before the closing tag.
<svg id="barcode"></svg>
<script>
  document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() {
    JsBarcode("#barcode", "123456789012", {
      format: "CODE128"
    });
  });
</script>

 

Exporting the Barcode

 

  • In applications where you might want to save or export the generated barcode, leverage canvas elements since they allow easy conversion to image files.
  • Inside your JavaScript, draw the barcode on a canvas and use the `toDataURL()` method to obtain a base64 encoded URL, which can be used in image tags or downloadable files.
<canvas id="barcodeCanvas"></canvas>
<script>
  JsBarcode("#barcodeCanvas", "123456789012");
  var canvas = document.getElementById("barcodeCanvas");
  var img = canvas.toDataURL("image/png").replace("image/png", "image/octet-stream");
  console.log(img); // Data URL for the barcode image
</script>

 

Conclusion and Best Practices

 

  • Utilize the options provided by the JsBarcode library to create visually appealing and functional barcodes that fit your application's needs.
  • Always ensure that the input data for barcodes meets the specifications of the encoding format used to avoid errors in rendering.
  • Explore other libraries if you need additional features or barcode formats, but JsBarcode remains a comprehensive solution for most general usage scenarios.

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