How to Use the New Barcode Generator in Claris FileMaker

Introduction

Are you looking to add barcodes to your records in Claris FileMaker? The new Barcode generator add-on is here to make it easy for you to do just that. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of using the barcode generator to add barcodes to your records, either individually or via script.

Using the Barcode Generator on a Layout

The barcode generator add-on is designed for on-layout, per record use. This means that you need to go to the layout where you want to add the barcode and click the button for the add-on.

1. Go to the layout where you want to add the barcode. Make sure you have the layout open in design mode.
2. Click the "Add Barcode" button. You can find this button on the layout, or you can add it to your toolbar for easy access.
3. Select the field that contains the data you want to use to generate the barcode. Make sure this field is set to the correct data type, such as Text.
4. Choose the barcode format. You can choose from a variety of barcode formats, such as Code 39 or QR Code.
5. Adjust the barcode settings, such as the font, size, and color, as desired.
6. Click "OK" to add the barcode to the layout.

Using a Script to Add Barcodes

You can also use a script to add barcodes to multiple records at once. This is useful if you need to add barcodes to a large number of records or if you need to add barcodes to records in a specific order.

1. Go to the "Scripts" menu and select "Script Editor".
2. Create a new script or open an existing one.
3. Add the "Add Barcode" step to the script. You can find this step in the "Add-ons" category.
4. Set the script to perform the "Add Barcode" step for each record in the current tab (or table).
5. Save and run the script to add barcodes to the records.

Tips and Tricks

• Make sure to select the correct field for the barcode data. The barcode generator will only work with the correct data type.
• You can use the barcode generator to create different types of barcodes, such as 1D or 2D barcodes.
• You can adjust the barcode settings to suit your needs, such as changing the font, size, and color.
• If you need to add barcodes to a large number of records, consider using a script to automate the process.

Conclusion

The new Barcode generator add-on in Claris FileMaker makes it easy to add barcodes to your records, whether you're working on a layout or using a script. With this guide, you should be able to get started with using the barcode generator and adding barcodes to your records in no time.