Why 1D and 2D Barcodes Will Coexist During the Transition
Linear barcodes are not being switched off. Why GS1 keeps EAN/UPC next to 2D codes, how long that lasts, and what it means for your packaging.
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2D barcodes
Two-dimensional barcodes hold far more data than the familiar striped barcode. These guides compare the main 2D options, explain where each makes sense, and why linear and 2D barcodes will sit side by side on packs for years.
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QR Code vs GS1 DataMatrix: When Does Each Make Sense?
QR Code or GS1 DataMatrix? How the two 2D barcodes differ, which ones work at retail checkout, and how to choose for consumer, healthcare or small packs.
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What Is a GS1 QR Code? Clearing Up a Confusing Term
"GS1 QR code" can mean three different things. What each one contains, who can read it, and which one a retail pack with a consumer QR code needs.
Beginner6 min read
Barcode vs QR Code: What Is the Difference for Products?
How a striped retail barcode and a QR code differ in data, size, scanners and damage tolerance, and why most retail packs will carry both for years.
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