Generate and Display Barcode Image in WPF

Barcodes play a vital role in various applications, including inventory management and shipment tracking. With the Aspose.BarCode for .NET Plugin, integrating high-quality barcode generation capabilities into your WPF applications using C# is both straightforward and efficient. This comprehensive guide will provide you with the essential knowledge to create a robust WPF barcode generator that supports multiple symbologies while offering extensive customization options.

Table of Contents

  1. Features of WPF Barcode Generator
  2. C# Barcode Generator API
  3. Steps to Create a WPF Barcode Generator
  4. Generate Barcode with Additional Options
  5. Demo WPF Barcode Generator
  6. Download Source Code
  7. Get a Free License
  8. Conclusion

Features of WPF Barcode Generator

The WPF Barcode Generator offers a variety of features, including:

  • Supported Barcode Types:
    • 1D Barcodes: Code128, Code11, Code39, EAN-13, EAN-8, ITF-14
    • 2D Barcodes: QR Code, Data Matrix, PDF417
  • Image Export Options: Save barcodes in PNG, JPEG, and BMP formats.
  • Preview Capability: Display generated barcode images before saving.
  • Customization: Configure properties such as color, size, rotation, and captions for dynamic barcode generation in WPF applications.

C# Barcode Generator API

The Aspose.BarCode for .NET library is a powerful tool that enables customizable barcode generation in WPF applications. This API allows you to modify barcode properties such as resolution, dimensions, and color schemes, ensuring high-quality outputs tailored for various use cases.

Installation

To install the API, simply use NuGet:

PM> Install-Package Aspose.BarCode

Alternatively, you can download the DLL for manual integration.


Steps to Create WPF Barcode Generator

Step 1: Create a New WPF Project

  1. Open Visual Studio and select WPF Application as the project template.
  2. Name your project (e.g., BarcodeGen) and choose the desired .NET framework.

Step 2: Install Aspose.BarCode for .NET

Utilize the NuGet Package Manager to install the Aspose.BarCode package, ensuring easy C# WPF barcode integration.

Install Aspose.Bar.Code for .NET

Install Aspose.BarCode for .NET

Step 3: Define the Barcode Logic

Add a new class file (Barcode.cs) to manage the barcode generation logic, optimizing your C# WPF barcode generator for .NET Core.

Step 4: Design the Main Window

Customize the UI in MainWindow.xaml to include controls for generating and previewing barcodes, leveraging a WPF barcode control in C#.

Add the required controls

Add the required controls

Replace the default content in MainWindow.xaml with the following:

Step 5: Handle Button Click Events

Implement the btnGenerate_Click event in MainWindow.xaml.cs to initiate the barcode generation process.

Step 6: Implement Barcode Generation Logic

Craft a function to generate and display barcodes, enhancing the app’s usability and efficiency for barcode generation in WPF C#.

Step 7: Run the Application

Build and run your project to test your WPF Barcode Generator, ensuring smooth integration and functionality.


Generate Barcode with Additional Options

Enhance your barcode generation by incorporating advanced options such as custom dimensions, rotation, and symbology-specific parameters. This approach will optimize performance for barcode generation in WPF C#.

Learn more about Generation Specifics for Barcode Types.


Demo WPF Barcode Generator

Check out the demonstration of the WPF Barcode Generator application:

Demo WPF Barcode Generator

Demo WPF Barcode Generator


Download Source Code

Get the complete source code for the WPF Barcode Generator from GitHub, including examples of customizable barcode generation in WPF C#.


Get a Free License

Try the API without any evaluation limitations by obtaining a free temporary license.


Conclusion

This guide has demonstrated how to create a WPF Barcode Generator using the Aspose.BarCode for .NET Plugin. From generating barcode images to implementing advanced customization, you now have a solid foundation for integrating high-quality barcode generation into your WPF applications. For further details, explore the documentation or reach out via our support forum.