Barcode Batch Generator

Batch generate Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A, ITF-14, QR Code, and Data Matrix outputs from CSV or multiline text

Create barcode batches from pasted text or CSV input.

Supported formats

  • Code 128
  • EAN-13
  • UPC-A
  • ITF-14
  • QR Code
  • Data Matrix

Export options

  • PNG image ZIP package
  • Single-page PDF sheet
  • Multi-page PDF pack

Example Results

1 examples

Generate a QR ZIP batch from pasted lines

Turn a list of SKU or URL values into a packaged ZIP of PNG symbols.

Document
View input parameters
{ "inputFormat": "lines", "entriesInput": "SKU-1001\nSKU-1002\nSKU-1003", "barcodeFormat": "qrcode", "outputFormat": "png-zip", "imageWidthPx": 320, "imageHeightPx": 320, "showText": true, "errorCorrectionLevel": "M", "pageSize": "A4", "landscape": false, "pdfColumns": 2, "skipInvalidRows": true }

Click to upload file or drag and drop file here

Maximum file size: 20MB Supported formats: text/csv, application/vnd.ms-excel, text/plain

Key Facts

Category
Design & Color
Input Types
select, textarea, file, checkbox, number, text
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Barcode Batch Generator is a powerful utility designed to instantly create hundreds of barcodes or QR codes from a simple text list or CSV file. Supporting industry-standard formats like Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A, and Data Matrix, it allows you to export your generated codes as a bulk PNG ZIP archive or a ready-to-print PDF document.

When to Use

  • •When you need to generate hundreds of unique product barcodes for inventory management.
  • •When preparing a printable PDF sheet of QR codes for event ticketing or marketing campaigns.
  • •When converting a CSV column of SKUs into individual PNG barcode images for an e-commerce catalog.

How It Works

  • •Select your input method by pasting multiline text or uploading a CSV file containing your data.
  • •Choose your desired barcode format, such as Code 128, QR Code, or EAN-13, and adjust image dimensions.
  • •Select your output format, opting for a ZIP file of individual PNGs or a formatted PDF sheet.
  • •Click generate to process the batch and download your ready-to-use barcode files.

Use Cases

Retailers generating EAN-13 or UPC-A barcodes for new product lines to print on packaging.
Warehouse managers creating Code 128 labels from a CSV of bin locations for inventory tracking.
Event organizers batch-creating QR codes for attendee badges and exporting them as a multi-page PDF.

Examples

1. Batch Generate QR Codes for Event Badges

Event Organizer
Background
An organizer needs to create unique QR codes for 500 attendees to print on their ID badges.
Problem
Manually generating 500 QR codes and saving them individually takes hours.
How to Use
Paste the list of attendee IDs into the multiline text input, select 'QR Code', and choose 'PNG Image ZIP' as the output format.
Example Config
Input Format: Multiline Text, Barcode Format: QR Code, Output Format: PNG Image ZIP, Error Correction: M
Outcome
A single ZIP file containing 500 individually named PNG QR code images, ready to be imported into badge printing software.

2. Create Printable Code 128 Inventory Labels

Warehouse Manager
Background
A warehouse manager has a CSV file of new SKU numbers that need to be labeled on storage bins.
Problem
Needs a quick way to turn a CSV column of SKUs into a printable sheet of barcodes.
How to Use
Upload the CSV file, specify the column containing the SKUs, select 'Code 128', and choose 'Multi Page PDF' with a 3-column layout.
Example Config
Input Format: CSV, Barcode Format: Code 128, Output Format: Multi Page PDF, PDF Columns: 3, Page Size: A4
Outcome
A formatted, multi-page PDF document containing all Code 128 barcodes neatly arranged in 3 columns, ready to print on A4 sticker paper.

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FAQ

Which barcode formats are supported?

The tool supports Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A, ITF-14, QR Code, and Data Matrix.

Can I generate barcodes directly from a CSV file?

Yes, you can upload a CSV file, specify the column index or name containing your data, and the tool will generate a barcode for each row.

What output formats are available?

You can export your generated barcodes as a ZIP package containing individual PNG images, a single-page PDF, or a multi-page PDF.

Can I print the barcodes on standard paper sizes?

Yes, if you choose the PDF output, you can select A4 or Letter page sizes, adjust the number of columns, and toggle landscape mode.

What happens if my CSV has invalid data for a specific barcode format?

You can enable the 'Skip Invalid Rows' option to automatically bypass entries that do not meet the formatting requirements of your chosen barcode type.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/barcode-batch-generator

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
inputFormat select No -
entriesInput textarea No -
csvFile file (Upload required) No -
hasHeaderRow checkbox No -
columnIndex number No -
columnName text No -
barcodeFormat select No -
outputFormat select No -
imageWidthPx number No -
imageHeightPx number No -
showText checkbox No -
errorCorrectionLevel select No -
pageSize select No -
landscape checkbox No -
pdfColumns number No -
skipInvalidRows checkbox No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/barcode-batch-generator to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-barcode-batch-generator": {
      "name": "barcode-batch-generator",
      "description": "Batch generate Code 128, EAN-13, UPC-A, ITF-14, QR Code, and Data Matrix outputs from CSV or multiline text",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=barcode-batch-generator",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]