Barcode in Microsoft Word

Here are some examples how to create barcodes in Word using different versions (ActiveX/COM Class) of the StrokeScribe barcode generator.

Requirements

• Download and install the barcode generator.

Placing a Barcode in Word using Active Document

1. Switch to the Insert tab of the Ribbon and click Object.

2. Look for the StrokeScribe Document:

3. Right-click the barcode object and select StrokeScribe Control Object->Properties from the context menu:

4. Select the desired barcode type and enter some text to encode in the barcode as shown on the picture:

You can use our barcode add-in (works with Word 2007+) to automate the above steps.

Making a Floating Barcode

To make a floating barcode, right-click the barcode and look for the:

• Format Control - in Word XP, 2007-2013
• Format AutoShape/Picture - in Word 2016+

Then, go to the Layout tab on the Word Ribbon and select your preferred text wrapping style:

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