BarCode Function

BARCODE() Description

The BARCODE function allows users to generate a barcode image directly in a spreadsheet cell Excel (LibreOffice Calc).

Users can also control the image size and alignment within the cell for a clearer and more customized layout.

This function uses the online service "TEC-IT" and can be used both independently and in combination with other standard spreadsheet functions.

Key Features of the BARCODE Function

Syntax:

=BARCODE(text, destination, [type], [sizing], [lock])

Parameters:

• text: Text to be converted into a barcode.
• destination: Reference to the cell where the image should be placed.
• [type]: (Optional) Barcode type ("code128" (default), "code39", "ean13", "ean8", "upca", "upce" etc.).
• [sizing]: (Optional) Defines the image size. There are several possible values:
  0. Insert the image into the cell and preserve its aspect ratio. Selected by default.
  1. Fill the cell with the image and ignore its aspect ratio.
  2. Keep the original image size, which may exceed cell boundaries.
• [lock]: (Optional) Whether to lock the position and size of the image: 0-No, 1-Yes.

Example Usage

The BARCODE() function is easy to use. You just need to enter the URL path to the image and the cell where the image should be placed, and Excel (Calc) will automatically insert the required image:

=BARCODE(text; destination; type)

We will get the following result:

The following values are used in this example:

• text: A2 - text to be converted into a barcode ("ABC-abc-1234").
• destination: D2 - cell where the image will be located ("D2").
• type: B2 - Barcode type ("code128").

Where to Get the Full List of Barcode Types?

A complete list of available barcode types can be found on the following page: "Supported Barcode Types"

Download extension

You can use the function BARCODE() by installing the extension YLC Utilities.

After this, this function will be available in all files opened in Excel (LibreOffice Calc).