How to Convert Numbers to Barcode in Excel (3 Easy Ways)

We will use the sample dataset below to illustrate how to convert numbers to Barcode in Excel.

Sample data on how to convert numbers to barcode in Excel


Method 1 – Converting Numbers to Barcode Using Barcode Font in Excel

Steps:

  • Right-click and choose Cell range C5:C11. Choose Format Cells.

Select Cell range and right click on mouse to choose Format Cells

  • Go to Format Cells >> Number tab >> Text option >> press OK.

Select Text option from Format cells

  • If you prefer the Code and Barcode to be in two different columns, enter the following formula in D5:
=C5

Enter a formula to copy a clomn

  • Drag down the Fill Handle for the remaining cells.

Drag down the fill handle

  • Download the “Barcode” font from the internet.
  • The downloaded file will be in a zipped format.
  • Unzip the downloaded file >> double click on BarcodeFont >> barcode font (True Type) window will appear >> Click on Install.

Install barcode font.

  • Choose the cell range D5:D11. Go to the Home tab and choose the Barcode Font from the drop-down list.

Converting Numbers to Barcode Using Barcode Font

  • It will return the Barcode Numbers for your Products in Excel.

Final data with barcode font

Read More: How to Generate 2D Barcode in Excel


Method 2 – Using Code39 Font to Convert Numbers to Barcode

Steps:

  • Download the font “Code39“ from a trusted website.
  • Unzip the downloaded file >> double-click on Code39r.
  • In the Code39 Regular (True Type) window, click on Install.

Install code 39

  • Choose the cell range D5:D11. Go to the Home tab and choose Code39 from the Font list.

Using Code 39 to Convert Numbers to Barcode

  • It will return the Barcode Numbers for your Products using Code39.

Barcode of the product using Code39

Read More: How to Generate Barcode Numbers in Excel 


Method 3 – Use of Code128 Font to Change Numbers to Barcode

Steps:

  • Download the font “Code128” from a trusted website.
  • Unzip the downloaded file >> double click on the Code128 >> Code128 (True Type) window will appear.
  • Click on Install.

Install Code 128

  • Choose the cell range D5:D11. Go to the Home menu and click on Fonts. choose Code128.

Using Code 128 to Convert Numbers to Barcode

  • It returns the Barcode Numbers for your Products in Excel.

Final barcode using code 128

Read More: How to Generate Code 128 Barcode Font for Excel


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Al Ikram Amit
Al Ikram Amit

Al Ikram Amit, holding a BSc in Naval Architecture & Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, serves as a key Excel & VBA Content Developer at ExcelDemy. Driven by a profound passion for research and innovation, he actively immerses himself in Excel. In his role, Amit not only skillfully addresses complex challenges but also exhibits enthusiasm and expertise in gracefully navigating tough situations, emphasizing his steadfast commitment to consistently delivering exceptional, high-quality content that adds significant... Read Full Bio

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