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yogo3284
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How do I add UPC # to the Item description (or on the next line after the description) and not on a separate column

Hi all;

How do I add the UPC (Barcode Number) on the line after the item description on a sales order or invoice, Not for scanning just for the customers to see I want it on each item line not on a separate column since not all of them have barcodes and i don't want the column to be empty in addition i don't have the space for it so i want it on the line of the description, 

Thank You

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Carneil_C
QuickBooks Team

How do I add UPC # to the Item description (or on the next line after the description) and not on a separate column

Hi there, @yogo3284.

 

I understand that adding a UPC barcode number in the line after the item description of an invoice or a sales order can benefit your business. It makes it more organized and lets customers see it.

 

As we value your suggestions, I recommend sending your feedback to our Product Development Team. Here’s how: 

 

  1. From the top menu bar, choose Send Feedback Online.
  2. Click on Product Suggestion.
  3. Tick on the drop-down for Type of Feedback and select Product Suggestion.
  4. Select the Product Area, then enter your thoughts and suggestions.
  5. Once done, choose Send Feedback.

 

Moreover, visit our Feedback forum page to see a list of other QuickBooks users who have already suggested this feature and recent updates in QuickBooks.

 

To learn more about using and customizing form templates, you can visit this helpful guide here: Use and customize form templates.

 

Please let me know if you require additional assistance with QBDT features, specifically personalizing sales forms. I'll be there to take care of them. Have a safe and enjoyable day.

Zerik
Active Member

How do I add UPC # to the Item description (or on the next line after the description) and not on a separate column

How do I add a barcode to an Inventory Item? How can I use a scanner tool to conduct a Physical Inventory for all Inventory Items?

MariaSoledadG
QuickBooks Team

How do I add UPC # to the Item description (or on the next line after the description) and not on a separate column

With Advanced Inventory, you can use barcodes for your inventory items. You'll want to ensure that your barcode scanner is compatible with your computer and operating system so you can connect and install the necessary drivers and add barcodes for your items. I'm here to guide you on how to set up everything, Zerik.

 

Once your scanner is plugged in, you can set this up. To do so, follow the steps outlined below:

 

  1. Go to the Edit menu and select Preferences.
  2. Select Items and Inventory, then select the Company Preferences tab.
  3. Select Advanced Inventory Settings, then select the Barcodes tab.
  4. Select Enable Barcode, then select Open Barcode Wizard.
  5. In the Barcode Scanning Setup wizard, select which item field you want to use for barcode tracking. If you’re not sure what to use, choose a field that will be unique for each item, such as the Item Name or Part Number. Then select Next.

     
  6. Select the types of items you want to generate barcodes for. Select Next, then Finish.

 

After that, you can now start using your scanner. Here's how:
 

  1. Open a transaction in QuickBooks Desktop.
  2. Scan an item with your barcode scanner connected to your computer. The item will appear on the transaction as a new line item.

 

To give you more information about the setup and how you can import barcodes, check out this article for reference: Set Up and Use Barcode Scanning in QuickBooks Desktop.

 

Please let us know if you have any questions to need further assistance when using barcodes in inventory items. We're always right here to help you.

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