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Version: 1.x

Barcode Settings

Configure how the POS detects and processes barcode scanner input.

Barcode Scanning Settings in the POS Settings

Barcode Scanning Settings

How Barcode Detection Works​

Most barcode scanners behave like a keyboard connected to your device. When you scan a barcode, the POS detects that the characters were entered faster than normal typing. It uses these "fast key presses" to identify the input as a barcode scan.

Settings​

SettingDescription
Average input timeHow fast the input should be (in milliseconds) to count as a barcode. Lower values = faster input required
Minimum lengthHow long the continuous string of characters must be to be treated as a barcode
Prefix removalCharacters to remove from the beginning of scanned barcodes
Suffix removalCharacters to remove from the end of scanned barcodes

Prefix/Suffix Removal​

If your scanner adds extra characters (like a prefix or suffix), you can remove them automatically so only the main barcode remains.

Example: If your scanner adds "A" before every barcode and "Z" after, configure:

  • Prefix removal: A
  • Suffix removal: Z

Troubleshooting​

Barcode not detected​

  • Scanner too slow: Try increasing the "Average input time" value
  • Barcode too short: Try decreasing the "Minimum length" value
  • Extra characters: Check if your scanner is adding prefixes/suffixes

Regular typing detected as barcode​

  • Typing too fast: Try decreasing the "Average input time" value
  • Input too long: Try increasing the "Minimum length" value