Why Code 128
Code 128 packs data more densely than Code 39 and includes a mandatory check character, so misreads are rare. Almost every handheld scanner and phone app reads it.
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Higher error correction lets the code survive damage and logos, but makes it denser. Auto uses H when a logo is added.
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Is Code 128 accepted by retailers?
Not for products at the checkout; those need UPC or EAN. Code 128 is for internal and logistics use.
How long can a Code 128 barcode be?
There is no hard limit, but keep it under about 20 characters for reliable printing on labels.
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