^BU UPC-A
UPC-A retail barcode.
Barcodes · Updated 2026-10-20
Syntax
^BUo,h,f,g,e
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 |
g | Line above. | Y or N |
e | Print the check digit. | Y or N; default Y |
Common mistakes
- Send 11 digits; the 12th is calculated.
Example
Edit the code and the label redraws. This is the same engine as the API.
Questions
What does ^BU do in ZPL?
UPC-A retail barcode.
What is the syntax of ^BU?
^BUo,h,f,g,e
What should I watch out for with ^BU?
Send 11 digits; the 12th is calculated.