Printer Optimization 9-3
General Format Tips and Hints
The following tips and hints are helpful to keep in mind when designing MPCLII formats.
With Packets
♦ Leave parameters blank that you do not need to change when sending online configuration
packets. For example, {I,A,,,,1 | } prints a slashed zero and uses the last sent online
system setup parameters.
You can group fields with similar parameters. For example
T,1,10,V,250,50,1,1,1,1,B,C,0,0 |
T,2,15,,,75 |
T,3,,,,100 |
The first text field sets all the parameters for that field. The second text field’s number of
characters and column location changes from what was defined in the first field. In the third text
field, only the column location is changed. This method can be used on bar code and constant
text fields as well.
Note: You should understand the basics of each field before using this method.
After you modify any fields or parameters with the optional entry method, resend the format,
batch, or configuration packet to the printer.
With Bar Codes
♦ Be careful when rotating or placing a UPC/EAN bar code with human readable characters,
because the bottom reference point is at the bottom of the bars, not at the bottom of the
human readable characters.
With Fields
♦ Data that remains the same for each label should be in a constant text field. Data that varies
for each label should be in a text field.
♦ Check for trailing spaces in text or constant text fields if you receive a “field off tag” error. An
easy way to see trailing spaces is to print the field in the reverse font.
♦ Make sure if you magnify a field, it does not go off the label or cover another field. Magnifying
a field increases the distance between the printed character and the edge of the cell.
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