Get Barcode Types

Retrieve the list of available barcode types.

Endpoint

GET /v1/barcodes/types

Required Scope

products:read

Request Example

curl "https://app.equipdash.com/api/v1/barcodes/types" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"

Response

{
  "data": {
    "types": [
      {
        "value": "qr",
        "label": "QR Code"
      },
      {
        "value": "code128",
        "label": "Code 128"
      },
      {
        "value": "code39",
        "label": "Code 39"
      },
      {
        "value": "ean13",
        "label": "EAN-13"
      },
      {
        "value": "ean8",
        "label": "EAN-8"
      },
      {
        "value": "upca",
        "label": "UPC-A"
      }
    ]
  },
  "meta": {
    "request_id": "req_abc123",
    "timestamp": "2024-01-15T12:00:00Z"
  }
}

Type Descriptions

Type	Description	Best For
QR Code	2D matrix barcode that can store more data	Mobile scanning, URLs, complex data
Code 128	High-density linear barcode	General purpose, shipping labels
Code 39	Older alphanumeric format	Legacy systems, industrial use
EAN-13	International product code (13 digits)	Retail products (worldwide)
EAN-8	Compact version of EAN-13 (8 digits)	Small retail items
UPC-A	North American product code (12 digits)	Retail products (US/Canada)

Choosing a Barcode Type

Recommended: QR Code

QR codes are recommended for most rental operations because:

• Work well with smartphone cameras
• Can store more information
• High error correction
• Easy to scan from any angle

When to Use Linear Barcodes

Use Code 128 or Code 39 when:

• Integrating with legacy barcode scanners
• Labels need to fit in a narrow horizontal space
• Existing inventory uses linear barcodes

When to Use EAN/UPC

Use EAN-13, EAN-8, or UPC-A when:

• Products are sold at retail with existing barcodes
• Integrating with point-of-sale systems
• Compliance with retail standards is required