Softmatic - Barcode Extension For Illustrator

Does not require external internet access, subscriptions, or cloud databases to generate codes.

Type your numeric or alphanumeric data into the input field. The preview window within the panel will update in real-time. If you enter an invalid character or incorrect string length, the extension will display a warning. Step 4: Adjust Technical Parameters

| Aspect | Details | | --- | --- | | | Softmatic Barcode Extension for Adobe Illustrator | | Current Version | V2.4.0 | | Supported Software | Adobe Illustrator CC 2021 (Version 25) or higher | | Supported OS | macOS 10.15 or higher / Windows 10 or higher | | Pricing | $99.95 USD for a single-user license | | Barcode Standards | EAN, UPC, ISBN, ISSN, Code 128, Datamatrix, QR, PDF417, and more | | Languages | English, German, French, Spanish |

: Users can adjust the size, add human-readable text, and apply bar width reduction to account for ink spread (dot gain) during different printing processes. Softmatic Barcode Extension For Illustrator

For pharmaceutical labels, you can generate a composite barcode where a 1D linear barcode (like EAN-13) has a 2D Micro PDF417 printed directly above it. Softmatic is one of the few plugins that handles CC-A and CC-B specifications natively.

Input your product code or URL into the data field. The extension will validate the length and calculate the check digit automatically.

: All generated barcodes are guaranteed to conform to official GS1 and ISO standards , ensuring they are scannable and legally compliant for retail use. Does not require external internet access, subscriptions, or

Using the correctly involves more than just clicking "Generate." Follow these design rules to ensure your barcodes pass retail validation (GS1/USPS/ISO).

The extension supports a wide selection of linear (1D) barcodes, including:

This discrepancy might seem odd, but it likely reflects different licensing options from Softmatic. The $99.95 option is likely a perpetual license for one computer, whereas the Adobe Exchange version is a subscription that is automatically managed by your Creative Cloud account. Some standalone Softmatic apps also offer free trials or free versions with reduced functionality, so it's always wise to test before buying. If you enter an invalid character or incorrect

EAN 8, EAN 13, EAN 13 with Add-On, UPC-A, UPC-E. (Standard for global retail products).

Choose your required barcode type (e.g., EAN 13 for a standard retail package) from the dropdown menu.