Printing Labels for a Job
Printing Labels
To connect your items to the job and streamline tracking the chain of custody, utilize the print IDs feature. You can access this feature through the Print IDs tab within a job. These barcodes/QR codes can be applied to boxes or directly to items for efficient tracking.
ID Label Customization Options
ContentsTrack offers flexible label customization to fit your needs. Below is an overview of the available options:
Label Options
Option Type | Description | Available Settings |
Label Type | Choose the type of label to use. | Barcode, QR Code |
Label Size (Barcodes) | Select from several Avery label size options. Click the ? icon to view compatible Avery products. | 3x10, 4x8, 4x15, 4x20, 2x3 |
Label Size (QR Codes) | Choose from Avery label options or a Zebra custom label. Click the ? icon for compatible Avery products. | Avery: 4x6, 2x3 Zebra Custom Label: Manually set width and height |
Label Layout | Select the orientation for Zebra custom labels. | Vertical, Horizontal |
Starting Cell | Specify which cell to begin creating labels on. | Manual Input |
Quantity | Enter the number of labels to generate, with a tracker for the current barcode number. | Manual Input |
Font Size | Adjust the font size on your labels. | Adjustable slider |
Label Text | Customize text displayed above the label. | Customer Name, Company Name (can be edited) |
Room | Specify the room for the labels if added to the job. | Existing Rooms, Create a New Room |
Margins | Adjust label margins for precise positioning. | Adjustable sliders (Left, Right, Top, Bottom) |
Barcode Size | Set the size of the barcode or QR code. | Adjustable slider |
Padding | Adjust padding around the barcode or QR code. | Adjustable slider |
Alignment | Define text alignment on the label. | Justify, Vertical (Top, Center, Bottom), Horizontal (Left, Center, Right) |
Preview Options
- Show Margins: Displays margin guides in the preview only (not printed).
- Show Bounding Boxes: Outlines label content for preview purposes.
Print IDs for a Job
- Under Main, click on Jobs.
- Click into the job you are working on then navigate to the Print IDs tab.
- Make needed customizations to your labels.
- Review the ID preview and click Print.
ContentsTrack also allows you to print packaging labels to efficiently categorize and track items as they are packed into bags or boxes. These labels ensure easy identification and organization when items are moved between locations. For detailed instructions, visit Printing Packaging Labels.
