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Generate a bar code for the sharepoint list item Id, is this possible
wfrf92 thanks for the reply..also seems SharePoint itself offer the ability to generate barcode for the item as per this video @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnKoaYObSLs .. so should i follow this approach or your approach ? Thanks
- wfrf92Oct 21, 2023MCT
john john , SharePoint does indeed offer the ability to generate barcodes for items, and the approach you choose should depend on your specific requirements and the features available within SharePoint. To decide whether to use SharePoint's built-in barcode generation or the approach I previously mentioned, you should consider the following factors:
SharePoint's Built-In Features: SharePoint's built-in barcode generation may be sufficient for your needs, especially if you only require simple barcode generation for items within your SharePoint environment. Review the features and capabilities provided by SharePoint for barcode generation and determine if they meet your requirements.
Customization: If you need more advanced customization or integration with external systems, the approach I mentioned earlier (using PowerApps or a custom solution) might be more suitable. This approach allows for greater flexibility in generating and using barcodes, particularly if you have specific business processes or workflows that require custom solutions.
Complexity: Consider the complexity of your barcode generation requirements. If it's a straightforward process and SharePoint's built-in features can handle it, that might be the simplest and most cost-effective solution. However, if your requirements are more complex or unique, a custom solution might be necessary.
- john johnOct 21, 2023Iron Contributor
wfrf92 also you mentioned:-
Set the `Text` property of the barcode control to the Item ID
but the Text property will only change the title of the Scan button nothing else.. actually i think you used an AI tool to generate your reply.. as i got the same wrong steps when i used an well known AI tool!!