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Code 93 stores a full ASCII-friendly payload in less width than Code 39. Use it when a label specification names Code 93 specifically.
Do not substitute it for Code 39 or Code 128 unless the scanner profile includes Code 93.
How to use this tool
- Enter the value.
- Generate the symbol.
- Confirm the scanner symbology list includes Code 93.
Practical guidance
Do not substitute it for Code 39 or Code 128 unless the scanner profile includes Code 93.
Checks before you use the output
Scan with a reader that has Code 93 enabled. Many default profiles leave it off.
Questions and answers
How is it different from Code 39?
It is denser and can carry a wider character set. The scanner must support it.
Is it a retail barcode?
Not by itself. Retail items normally use EAN or UPC.
What if the scan returns nothing?
Enable Code 93 on the scanner, then reprint with more bar height if the label is tiny.