Set Element Properties

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You can set the following properties for elements (not all settings are available for all elements):

• Define Field Labels Adjust width, position and justification of field labels; change label text.

• Define Group Fields Add, remove, rearrange, and align the individual fields within a group.

Working with an item list field is slightly different than other field groups. Learn more.

• Define Group Labels Same options as field labels, only applied to the label for the group.

• Change Font Characteristics Change text font size, color, and style. All Windows fonts installed on your computer are available.

• Add Borders Add a border to the top, bottom, left, or right of any element, or an entire template section.

• Bar Code Type Select between two bar code formats. The Code2OF5IL format is generally recommended for smaller tag sizes as it increases the space between line. Note on bar codes

To set the properties of an element:

1. Select the element you wish to modify.

2. From the tool bar, select Properties

Or

Double-click the element.

3. Make changes to the available properties.

4. Select OK.

Notes:

• Take into consideration the printed document size and your printers capabilities when changing font sizes, styles, and colors. For example, tags and 40-column documents have very limited space for using a larger font. Preview and test your new design before going live with it in your store.

• If you do increase font sizes, you may have to resize fields to accommodate the larger printed text.

• The following example is the Properties window for a group of fields. The preview at the bottom of the window allows you to immediately see the effect your changes have on the printed document.

• Click here for more information about customizing the item list included on documents.

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