^BS UPC/EAN Extensions
The 2- or 5-digit add-on printed next to a UPC or EAN code.
^BS prints the 2- or 5-digit add-on of a UPC or EAN code, with its digits above by default; place it with its own ^FO just right of the main barcode.
Barcodes · Updated 2026-10-20
Syntax
^BSo,h,f,g
Parameters
| Parameter | What it does | Values |
|---|---|---|
o | Rotation. | N, R, I, B |
h | Bar height, in dots. | default: ^BY's |
f | Human-readable line. | Y or N; default Y |
g | Put the text line above. | Y or N; default Y |
Common mistakes
- Send 2 or 5 digits. Place the add-on yourself with ^FO, a few modules right of the main code.
Example
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Questions
What does ^BS do in ZPL?
^BS prints the 2- or 5-digit add-on of a UPC or EAN code, with its digits above by default; place it with its own ^FO just right of the main barcode.
What is the syntax of ^BS?
^BSo,h,f,g
What should I watch out for with ^BS?
Send 2 or 5 digits. Place the add-on yourself with ^FO, a few modules right of the main code.