How to Access Barcode Plug-Ins

Bar code plug-ins add bar code functionality to Word and Excel.

Microsoft Office programs do not come with the ability to read and create bar codes. Several third-party manufacturers have stepped in to fill the gap, creating bar code plug-ins that you can install. Even after you install the plug-in, it may not be obvious how to access it from Word or Excel. No additional menus show up and no new windows appear to assist you. Instead, to access the bar code plug-in you have to go to a special menu.

Instructions

1. Exit any Word or Excel programs you have open. Download and install the bar code plug-in if you haven't already. This will generally require running a short EXE installer file.

2. Open the program in which you wish to use the bar code plug-in.

3. Click the menu marked "Add-Ins." It will be on the right-hand side of the window.

4. Click "Barcode Plug-In" to access it. This will open the frame or window showing all your options. Enter a serial number and click "Convert" to create a bar code. These instructions generally apply to most bar code plug-ins. For specific instructions, consult the documentation for your particular program.

References

• IDAutomation.com: Barcode Add-In Installation

Resources

• OfficeBARCODE.com
• Azalea Software: Barcode Plug-ins
• Worth Data: Excel Plugins and Bar Code Applications