Printing Options for Your Barcodes

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Printing overview

Once you have your barcodes, you have several options for printing labels. You can print them yourself using blank label sheets or thermal rolls, or you can choose to have a professional label supplier print them for you.

What determines the best printing method?

Your production volume, printer type, and label material requirements will influence whether you choose in-house printing or outsourced label production. Both approaches can produce GS1 compliant, Amazon ready barcodes when executed correctly.

Printing your own labels

If you want to print your own labels, you can purchase blank sheets for inkjet or laser printers, or thermal rolls for thermal printers. This option offers flexibility and is ideal for businesses that frequently update product information or print labels on demand.

How do I ensure my self-printed labels scan correctly?

Use high contrast materials, print at 300 dpi or higher, and verify that your UPC, EAN, or GTIN barcodes maintain correct proportions. Testing samples before large print runs helps avoid scanning issues.

  1. Choose label materials compatible with your printer type.
  2. Import or place your digital barcode artwork without resizing distortion.
  3. Print at the highest quality setting available.
  4. Allow ink or toner to dry fully if applicable.
  5. Scan several printed samples to confirm accuracy.

Using a label supplier

You can also choose to have a professional supplier print your barcode labels. We recommend using OnlineLabels for both blank labels and custom printed labels. Their printing tools support accurate, high quality barcode output.

Why work with a label supplier?

Professional printers offer consistent performance, precise registration, and high definition output that help maintain GS1 compliance and Amazon compatibility for UPC, EAN, and GTIN barcodes.

UPC, EAN, and GTIN printing considerations

Regardless of the method you choose, proper printing is essential for maintaining barcode readability across retail environments. GS1 compliant barcodes ensure correct global identification and help support the Works for Amazon Guarantee.

Are professional labels better for Amazon fulfillment?

Professionally printed labels often produce the most consistent results, but self-printed labels can also be Amazon compliant when printed clearly, correctly sized, and accurately aligned.

For more information on printing high quality barcode labels, you can explore additional resources at https://www.onlinelabels.com/landing/bar-codes-talk, a reliable guide for producing GS1 compliant and marketplace-ready barcodes.