How to set up scale barcodes

The scale prints a label with the product code and weight. GTSoft reads it with one scan and adds the item to the cart by weight.

What you need

  • Cabinet access as owner or co-owner.
  • The scale label format: 13 digits — the prefix and product code (7 digits together), then the weight in grams (5 digits) and a check digit.

Steps

  1. Open the scale settings

    "Cabinet" → "···" on the branch card → "⚖ Scale".

  2. Set the "Main prefix"

    The digits the scale label starts with (e.g. 22). An empty field turns the feature off.

  3. If needed — the "Piece prefix"

    For labels that carry a piece count instead of weight. If empty, the main prefix + 1 is used (e.g. 23).

  4. "Strip from code" and "Weight tolerance"

    Strip removes N characters from the start of the code. Tolerance (10 grams by default) allows a small difference against stock. Click "Save".

  5. Prepare the product

    The product's barcode must equal the code part of the label — the 7 digits (e.g. 2200041). When receiving, tick "Weighed product ⚖".

  6. Scan the label

    E.g. 2200041002485 → product 2200041, weight 0.248 kg. A second label for the same product adds weight to the same line.

Good to know

  • The till looks products up by barcode, not by PLU. The PLU (scale code) is for programming the scale and for Excel export.
  • A regular product whose barcode starts with the prefix is still found correctly — the full barcode is checked first.
  • The till rejects a label with zero weight — weigh it again.
  • You can enter several piece prefixes separated by commas, e.g. 21,25.
Module overviewPoint of sale (POS)Barcodes, scales, card payments, fiscal receipts and offline mode.

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