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Using Command Barcodes for Packing Wholesale Orders

Command barcodes allow warehouse operators to execute specific actions in the ShipHero Wholesale interface by scanning a printed code. This streamlines the packing process by reducing the need for manual keyboard or mouse interaction.

Key actions include:

  • Adding or removing products to a box or pallet LPN.
  • Adding pallet or box LPNs to the packing layout.
  • Adjusting the weight and dimensions of your boxes and pallets.

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How to Use Command Barcodes

  1. Print ShipHero's Wholesale Command Barcode sheets.
  2. Cut out the barcodes you need and place them at your wholesale work station.

Example Workflow: Adding Items to a Pallet LPN

Follow these steps to add products to a pallet using a barcode scanner:

  1. Scan the Pallet LPN to identify the specific pallet you are working on.
  2. Scan the "Add +" command barcode to put the system into Add mode.
  3. Scan the SKU(s) to select the product from the list. Quantities are confirmed in a later step.
  4. Scan the "OK/Confirm" command barcode to validate the selection.
  5. Scan a Packaging Command — select "One SKU in new package", "Multiple SKU in new package", or "In the same package".
  6. Scan the SKU(s) again to increment the physical quantity being packed.
  7. Scan the box barcode to assign the items to a specific container.
  8. Scan the "OK/Confirm" command barcode to save progress and complete the action.

Wholesale Command Barcode Values and Definitions

These barcodes are specific to the Wholesale feature. Make sure you are in the Wholesale packing workflow before scanning these values.

Action Name Barcode Value Description
ADD sh-ws-013 Add an item or component to the packing layout.
ADD_PALLET sh-ws-003 Add a new pallet to the packing layout.
ADD_UOM_PALLET sh-ws-004 Add a Unit of Measure pallet to the packing layout.
ADD_BOX sh-ws-005 Add a new box to the packing layout.
ADD_UOM_BOX sh-ws-006 Add a Unit of Measure box to the packing layout.
UNPACK sh-ws-014 Unpack items from a container.
DUPLICATE sh-ws-015 Duplicate a container or item.
MOVE sh-ws-016 Move items between containers or locations.
ONE_SKU_IN_NEW_PACKAGE sh-ws-017 Pack one SKU into a new package.
MULTIPLE_SKU_IN_NEW_PACKAGE sh-ws-018 Pack multiple SKUs into a new package.
IN_THE_SAME_PACKAGE sh-ws-019 Keep items in the same package.
SET_PACKING_COMPLETE sh-ws-020 Mark the packing process as complete.
PLUS_ONE sh-ws-021 Increase quantity by one.
MINUS_ONE sh-ws-022 Decrease quantity by one.
DELETE sh-ws-023 Delete a container or item.
CHANGE_PACKAGE sh-ws-024 Change the package type for an item.
CHANGE_WEIGHT sh-ws-025 Modify the weight of a package.
CHANGE_DIMENSIONS sh-ws-026 Adjust the dimensions of a package.
GENERATE_LABELS sh-ws-027 Generate shipping labels for the order.
PRINT_SHIPPING_LABELS sh-ws-028 Print the shipping labels.
PRINT_PICKING_SHEET sh-ws-001 Print the picking sheet for the order.
TRANSFER_TO_STAGING sh-ws-002 Transfer the order to the staging area.
PRINT_LPNS sh-ws-011 Print License Plate Numbers (LPNs) for containers.
PRINT_INSTRUCTIONS sh-ws-012 Print packing or handling instructions.
CANCEL sh0015 Cancel the current action or operation.
OK_CONFIRM sh0011 Confirm or accept the current action.

Customizing Your Barcode Labels

Use the Generate Professional Barcode Labels platform to select specific barcodes, choose a label size, and download a print-ready PDF.

Generating Select Command Barcodes

Pick the command barcodes relevant to your operations and print them at the size you need.

  1. On the B2B Command tab, select the barcodes you need.
  2. Select a label size from the dropdown or enter a custom size.
  3. Click Download PDF to generate your barcode file for printing.

Printable Command Barcode Sheets

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