Printing Barcode Labels in Shopify: A Step-by-Step Guide

Printing barcode labels in Shopify is quick and easy, helping you save time and streamline your workflow. Shopify’s built-in tools make it simple to create and print labels that are essential for tracking inventory and keeping your order fulfillment process efficient and organized. With the right setup, you can keep everything running seamlessly.

In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know—from setting up Shopify to printing labels with Dymo printers. Let’s dive in!

Why Use Barcode Labels in Shopify?

Barcode label printing is essential for Shopify store owners because they:

• Simplify Inventory Management: With barcode scanning, you can update inventory in real time.
• Speed Up Order Fulfillment: Scannable barcodes reduce manual data entry and processing time.
• Support Smooth Label Printing: Shopify makes barcode label printing simple, especially with Dymo and other supported printers.
• Improve Product Tracking: Barcodes make it easier to track products throughout your workflow.

By setting up barcode labels in Shopify, you’ll improve efficiency and keep your store organized.

What You Need to Print Barcode Labels in Shopify

Before we start, make sure you have the following:

• A Shopify Account: Log in to your Shopify admin dashboard.
• The Retail Barcode Labels App: This is a free app by Shopify that generates barcodes and integrates with your store.
• A Compatible Printer: Dymo label printers work great for Shopify barcode labels.
• Label Paper: Choose printable barcode labels that match your equipment and fit your products.

Once you have these ready, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Install the Retail Barcode Labels App

Shopify’s Retail Barcode Labels app makes it easy to create barcodes and print labels for your products.

1. Go to your Shopify Admin Dashboard.
2. Navigate to the Apps section and click Shopify App Store.
3. Search for “Retail Barcode Labels” and click install.
4. Follow the installation prompts to add it to your Shopify store.

Tip: If you already have the app installed, make sure it’s updated to the latest version for full functionality.

Step 2: Generate Barcodes for Your Products and Create a Template

Once the app is installed, you’ll need to generate barcodes for the products you want to label.

1. Open the Retail Barcode Labels App from your Apps section.
2. Click Get Started then select Create Barcodes.

Shopify will automatically generate unique barcodes for the selected products. These codes will be linked to your inventory and product details.

Step 3: Create a Template and Prepare Your Barcode Labels for Printing

To ensure that your barcode label printing goes smoothly, choose the right label size and printer settings.

• Next you will need to create your template. Choose the size of barcode labels you would like to print and the information you want to include. Note that for smaller labels, the options may be limited.

Step 4: Print Your Barcode Labels

Now that your labels are set up, it’s time to print them. Follow these steps:

1. Once your barcode label template is saved, return to the main page of the Retail Barcode Labels App. Sometimes you may need to close the app and open it again to see the updated information. Next, select Print Labels in the top right corner.
2. Select the products you want to print labels for.
3. Select the label template that you created earlier.
4. Choose the quantity of labels you want to print for each product.
5. Click Print [Quantity] Labels to generate the print ready file.
6. Then print as you normally would by hitting CTRL + P for Windows or Command + P for Mac and choosing your correct printer and paper settings.

Your Dymo printer will print high-quality barcode labels that are ready to be applied to your products.

Step 5: Apply the Barcode Labels to Your Products

Once printed, attach the labels to your products. Be sure to:

• Place labels in a visible spot on each product or its packaging.
• Ensure that nothing covers or damages the barcode, as this can affect scanning.

Streamline Your Shopify Barcode Label Printing

Printing barcode labels in Shopify is a simple and effective way to improve your store’s organization and efficiency. By using the Retail Barcode Labels App, a Dymo printer, and thermal barcode labels, you can generate scannable, professional labels for your products in just a few steps.

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