What is a Data Matrix barcode?

2D Barcodes

Two-dimensional (2D) barcodes look like squares or rectangles that contain many small, individual dots.  A single 2D barcode can hold a significant amount of information and may remain legible even when printed at a small size or etched onto a product. 2D barcodes are used in a wide range of industries, from manufacturing and warehousing to logistics and healthcare.

Data Carriers

GS1 DataMatrix

• 3116 maximum number of characters
• Supports all keys
• Supports attributes

GS1 QR Code

• 7089 maximum number of characters
• Supports all keys
• Supports attributes

PDF417

QR Code

QR Code is a two dimensional barcode commonly used for mobile marketing campaigns. .

PDF417

PDF417 is a high density, two dimensional barcode consisting essentially of stacked lower barcode sets. This symbology is able to encode all the ASCII table characters (255).