EAN13 Barcode Integration

EAN (European Article Numbering) is a commonly used barcoding system. EAN13 codes display as a 13-digit barcode printed on tickets from weighted items when they’re weighed on non-EPI scales. When an item is weighed, the scale generates a ticket with a barcode that can be scanned into Exatouch.

Some common examples of weighted items with EAN13 codes include 1 pound of Atlantic salmon filet or 1/2 pound of American cheese.

Before adding weighted items, merchants must first configure the following settings in Register Preferences:

1. From Home, navigate to Settings > Register Preferences.
2. On the Register Preferences screen, enable the Random Weight/Price Embedded On EAN/UPC Barcode slider.
3. For items priced above $100.00, enable the Random Weight UPC 5-Digit Price setting.
• Note: Enabling this preference allows users to scan items with a 5-digit price up to $999.99
4. Tap Save.

After configuring EAN13 settings, users can create and add weighted items, and then associate those items with EAN13 barcodes.

1. From Home, navigate to Items > Item Details.
2. On the Details tab, enter an Item Name, leaving the SKU field blank for now.
3. Select a Category from the drop-down menu.
4. Tap the Pricing tab.
5. In the Pack Size section, configure the following:
1. Left Field: The number of packages containing items (e.g., enter 1 for 1 pack of four hamburgers).
2. Middle Field: The number of items per package (e.g., enter 4 for one pack of four hamburgers).
3. Drop-down Menu: Select Pound.
6. Enable the Sold By Weight slider.
7. Enter a Price.
8. In the SKU field, enter the first digits of the EAN13 item code from the weighted item.
9. Tap Save.
• Note: Merchants can optionally configure the SKU Validation setting under Register > Preferences. With SKU Validation enabled, Exatouch ensures that SKU numbers are entered correctly into appropriate fields or imported as part of an Inventory Import. See Expanded: SKU Validation Options in the Release Notes 2021 article.