^PQ Print Quantity
Sets how many labels to print; each one counts as a label in the preview.
Label format · Updated 2026-10-20
Syntax
^PQq,p,r,o
Parameters
| Parameter | What it does | Values |
|---|---|---|
q | Total quantity of labels to print. | 1 to 99,999,999; default 1 |
p | Pause and cut every this many labels. | 0 = no pause; default 0 |
r | Replicates of each serial number. | default 0 |
o | Override the pause count. | Y or N; default N |
Common mistakes
- Each copy counts as a label: ^PQ3 makes the API return X-Total-Count: 3 and a 3-page PDF.
Example
Edit the code and the label redraws. This is the same engine as the API.
Questions
What does ^PQ do in ZPL?
Sets how many labels to print; each one counts as a label in the preview.
What is the syntax of ^PQ?
^PQq,p,r,o
What should I watch out for with ^PQ?
Each copy counts as a label: ^PQ3 makes the API return X-Total-Count: 3 and a 3-page PDF.