Install barcodes in LibreOffice documents - how it works

If you want to insert barcodes in LibreOffice, you need an additional add-on. We'll show you how it's done.

LibreOffice: insert barcodes

The add-on is currently still in the test phase and can therefore still cause problems. To use it you also need a relatively current version of LibreOffice.

1. First download the required add-on from the LibreOffice website. You can find the download at the bottom of the page.
2. Start LibreOffice and select the "Extension Manager" under "Tools" at the top of the menu bar.
3. Click on the "Add" button below and select the file you just downloaded.
4. Then confirm with "Only for me" and "Accept" the license agreement.
5. The extension is now installed and can be used, for example, in the Writer.
6. To use the barcode generator, simply click on the corresponding button at the top of the menu bar.

This practical tip refers to the version 4.2.4 of LibreOffice. We will show you how to create a digital signature in LibreOffice in the next practical tip.