Specifications

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Data Sources
This chapter provides an overview of the types of data sources
available in the label design software. Only a brief explanation
is given here; additional information can be found in the online
Help.
What is a Data Source?
A data source identifies the source of the data to populate a
field. You must select a data source for every text, paragraph,
bar code, 2D bar code, or picture field that you place on the
label. A data source can be constant or variable.
Constant: The data you enter for the field is the same
every time it is printed. An example would be a Fixed
data source, where the field’s value is entered when the
field is created and that value does not change.
Variable: The field receives its value at the time of print-
ing. An example would be a Date data source, where the
actual value printed will vary depending on the current
date.
You specify the data source in the properties dialog box for
each field.
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