Issue / Question
How can I remove or replace specific characters in my barcode to change what data is transmitted?
Applicable To
Advanced Data Formatting and 123scan Utility
Resolution / Answer
1. Download and install the Zebra 123scan Utility for Windows 32 or 64 bit - 123scan Utility
2. See article Creating an Advanced Data Formatting (ADF) Rule Using 123Scan Utility or following Creating an Advanced Data formatting (ADF) Rule How To Video ion the 123scan Utility page
3.We will use an example of removing a GS ( Group Separator ) character for a barcode.
The same steps can be used to remove different characters and replace with different characters
Sample barcode data that contains GS characters
4. Under Advanced Data Formatting Rule, choose "Add Action", " To All Patterns and Replace", Select the GS character, then Save & Add Another
5. Select " Skip To Start, Save & Add Another
6.Select " Send All That Remains", "Save"
7. Load the 123scan .scncfg file or scan the generated 123scan programming barcode. When a barcode is scanned that contains GS characters, they will not be transmitted
Sample Barcode with GS characters removed
8. If you need to replace a GS or another character with a different character follow the steps with the exception of step 4.
For step 4. Under Advanced Data Formatting Rule, choose "Add Action", " To All Patterns and Replace", Select the GS character, Insert the replacement character you want, then Save & Add Another.
We used the # (pound) character as an example of a replacement character.
9. The barcode data will now transmit with # (pound) character replacements
