1. In a nutshell

Note: QR/Barcodes generated are not shown on forms, it is visible only on the Reports.

3.1. The significance of QR/Barcode field in Creator

1. Effortless data encoding: Effortlessly convert your field data, including combinations of data from multiple supported form fields, into QR codes or barcodes for quick access and easy sharing.
2. Customization options: Tailor character limits, encoding, and formats to suit your use case and scanner compatibility.
   
3. Multiple barcode formats: Choose from a variety of barcode formats to suit your needs.
   
4. Time-saving integration: Minimizes manual entry, simplifying data sharing across systems.
   
5. Versatile applications: Use scannable codes across Creator in reports, print templates, emails, and more.

3.2. How to choose the right barcode type

Code	Type	Character limit	Industry	Usage	Country/Region	Image
Barcode	EAN 13	13 digits, allowed 0-9 only (only numeric)	Retail	Product labeling in retail stores, especially for items sold globally	Primarily used in European markets and worldwide
Barcode	EAN 8	8 digits, allowed 0-9 only (only numeric)	Retail	Compact version of EAN 13 for labeling smaller retail  items	Primarily used in European markets and worldwide
Barcode	UPC A	12 digits, allowed 0-9 only (only numeric)	Retail (USA, Canada)	Retail Product identification for POS systems	Primarily used in North America & Canada and worldwide
Barcode	UPC E	12 digits, allowed 0-9 only (only numeric)	Retail (USA, Canada)	Compressed version of UPC A for labeling smaller products with limited space	Primarily used in USA & Canada and worldwide
Barcode	Code128	48 characters supporting all 128 characters of ASCII (alphanumeric)	Logistics, Healthcare, Retail	Shipping labels, product identification, and inventory systems	Used worldwide
QR code	NA	2953 characters supporting all characters of ISO/IEC 8859 - 1 (alphanumeric & special)	Marketing, Payments, Transportation	Links to websites, digital payments, ticketing, and product information.	Used worldwide

3.3. Field properties

1. Source field: This is the base field from which the barcode data is generated. In Creator, this is typically a single-line field that holds the data you want to encode into the barcode depending on its type. Learn more

Note: Ensure that your form already has a single-line field or add one before you use the QR/Bar code field. Learn more

1. Setting input data: This is where you’ll define what data will generate the barcode. This can be a combination of static text and dynamic values pulled from other fields in the form. Learn more
   

4. See how it works

5. Navigation guide in Zoho Creator

6. Common usage scenarios

1. Inventory management: Easily track and manage inventory by scanning barcodes to update stock levels, product information, or location data.
2. Healthcare: Use barcodes to ensure accurate medication, track medical inventory, and minimize errors in patient identification and treatment records.
3. Event management: Use barcode scanning to validate tickets, manage attendance, and streamline check-in processes at events.
4. Retail and Point-of-sale: Integrate barcode scanning for a seamless point-of-sale experience, simplifying product lookup and data entry to speed-up the checkout process.

7. Points to note

1. QR/Barcodes will not be visible in the form, it is visible only in the Reports.
2. To create a valid barcode, ensure the input complies with the specific barcode type's rules, including the required length, allowed characters, and a valid check digit (typically the last digit).
   
3. The final digit, known as the check digit, verifies the barcode's accuracy and ensures it scans correctly. 
   
4. Avoid common errors such as leading zeros, inserting unsupported characters, or adding extra spaces, as these can cause errors. 

8. Related topics

1. Setting up QR/Barcode field
2. Understanding forms
   
3. Understanding form builder
   
4. Understanding fields
   
5. Add a field
   
6. Understanding single-line field