Pick List for WooCommerce settings is found here: WooCommerce > Settings > Pick List. Remember to save changes after you have configured the options.
The following options is possible to configure for shipping labels + the options in the dialog when clicking the create shipping label in Pick Order (tab).
- Disable Shipping Labels:
- Check this if you do not want to generate shipping labels (e.g. have another plugin or the like for this). Note: If you check this it can make a small performance improvement when scanning barcodes.
- Label Size:
- Select your shipping label size (what the printer prints).
- Barcode Format:
- Select the format that your carrier use for their tracking number (as this is used to generate a barcode or QR code).
- The barcode format can be overwritten in the generate shipping label dialog (in Pick Order tab)
- Include Order QR:
- Check this if you like to generate a QR Code that contains the URL to the order in Pick List (Pick Order tab).
What barcode format does major carriers typically use?
| Carrier | Barcode Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| UPS | Code 128 | Standard tracking barcode, high-density |
| FedEx | Code 39 or Code 128 | Older labels used Code 39, newer use Code 128 |
| DHL | Code 128 | Most DHL shipments use Code 128 |
| USPS | Intelligent Mail Barcode (IMb) or Code 128 | IMb is for bulk mail, Code 128 for shipping |
| Royal Mail (UK) | 2D Datamatrix | Used for tracking, sometimes with QR codes |
| Canada Post | Code 128 | Standard tracking format |
| Amazon Logistics | Code 128 or QR Code | Depends on region and service |
Most major carriers use Code 128, so it’s a often a safe default (ask carrier if you do not know).
Common Shipping Label Sizes (in inches and mm):
| Label Size | Dimensions (in) | Dimensions (mm) | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4″ × 6″ | 4in × 6in | 100mm × 150mm | Standard shipping labels (UPS, FedEx, DHL) |
| 4″ × 8″ | 4in × 8in | 100mm × 200mm | International shipping (FedEx, UPS) |
| 6″ × 8″ | 6in × 8in | 150mm × 200mm | Larger shipping labels (Freight) |
| A6 | 4.1in × 5.8in | 105mm × 148mm | Some European carriers |
| A5 | 5.8in × 8.3in | 148mm × 210mm | Larger labels (some customs forms) |
Printer Settings
- Print Settings:
- Set margins to “None”.
- Disable “Fit to Page” (or set to “100% scale”).
- Use “Actual Size” when saving to PDF.
- Printer Configuration:
- For label printers, ensure the correct paper size is selected in the printer driver.
- Check if the printer has default minimum margins.
