Barcode Generator for Excel Add-in Freeware
How to customize barcode dimension size (Width & Height) in Microsoft Excel?

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  • Detailed barcode size related options to generate barcode in required dimension size
  • Support drag and drop to set the barcode image width and height
  • Automatically calculate and print the barcode in maximum bar width and height module
  • Free to control the printed barcode data font style and the spece between barcode and text
  • Support Microsoft Excel 365, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010 on Windows operating system
Barcode dimension width and height settings in Excel Barcode Generator add-in
You can easily custumize the generated barcode dimension size (width and height) through barcode size options in the Barcode Settings pane in Excel.

Open KA.Barcode for Excel add-in in Microsoft Excel Add-ins toolbar, you will find all barcode size ralated option settings under the tab "Barcode Size"

Barcode dimension width and height settings in Excel

All of the barcode size (width and height) settings are under tab Barcode Size


Basic image settings:
  • Unit of Measure
  • Resolution (DPI)


Bar size related settings:
  • Auto Resize
  • Bar Width
  • Bar Height
  • Barcode Width
  • Barcode Height


Margin and rotation related settings:
  • Left Margin
  • Right Margin
  • Top Margin
  • Bottom Margin
  • Text Margin
  • Rotation Degree


Bar Style related settings:
  • Bearer Bar (Horizontal)
  • Bearer Bar (Vertical)
  • Wide Bar to Narrow Ratio
  • Short to Tall Bar Ratio
  • InterCharacter Gap
QR Code size setting in Excel Barcode Generator add-in
QR Code images sizes range from Version 1 to Version 40 and the image size is determined as long as the image version and module size are determined.

Each QR Code version has its maximum data capacity for one QR Code.








Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the barcode by default?

The software for generating barcodes does not use one standard size for all barcodes. The dimensions are specific to each format, and each one has its own pre-set width and height. Using Excel barcode generator add-in, you can quickly create and print 1d, 2d barcode with dimension size customized in Excel cells without any activex, barcode font installed.

How does the barcode look like when the image's width and height you set are too small?

When the specified size is below the minimum, the barcode generator will enforce the minimum width and height of this barcode image. Using KeepAutomation Excel barcode add-in freeware, you can print barcode images with required minimum or maximum barcode size in Microsoft Office Excel 365/2024/2021/2019 applications.

To minimize the barcode's space, can I leave out the text label under it?

Yes, you may hide the text label that sits below the 1D barcode modules. Using Excel barcode generator add-in, you can print Code 128 barcode with human readable text customized in Microsoft Office Excel program on Windows.

How can I change barcode's dimensions in inches?

Yes. Most barcode generator tools include barcode size adjustment in Pixel, Inch, and CM. Using Excel barcode add-in freeware, you can print linear and matrix barcode images with unit of measure applied in Microsoft Excel application.

Can I decide on a smallest X module width for the barcode?

Absolutely. You can adjust the minimum bar width in the barcode's settings for the X dimension. Using Excel barcode add-in freeware, you can print barcodes with X-dimension and Y-dimension updated in Microsoft Office Excel document.

Can I reduce the space a barcode uses to let the barcode occupied less space?

Yes, you can get rid of the white space and margins around the barcode. Using Excel barcode add-in freeware, the barcode software will allow you to draw and print barcodes with quiet zones or margins customized in Excel application.