Can I print Data Matrix labels from Excel?

Yes. Map a part column to Data Matrix, preview a row, print small tags. Free. We do not issue GS1 numbers.

Do I need ZebraDesigner or a paid license?

No. Design in the browser and print with Zebra Browser Print, or export PNG, PDF, or ZPL. No desktop designer seat.

Can I print a whole list from Excel?

Yes. Map a column into text, a barcode, or a QR code, preview a row, then print the stack. The file stays in your browser.

Data Matrix labels from Excel

Published: September 4, 2026 · 3 min read · How-to

Do this in the free app: app.mylabelmaker.com. No signup. Design the label, then print on a Zebra or download PNG / PDF / ZPL.

Open product sticker template

Data Matrix labels from Excel: part number on each row. Open the free label maker, add a Data Matrix code with {part}, set a small face, print. 300 DPI helps on jewelry-size tags.

Good to know: Phones may not open Data Matrix as easily as QR. Line scanners that expect Data Matrix will. We do not issue GS1 Data Matrix GTINs.

How to print Data Matrix from a sheet

Sheet: part, bin.
Open the Data Matrix generator for a single code, or the app for a list.
Use {{part}} as the value. Set a small size.
Preview two rows. Print a test and scan it.

QR vs Data Matrix

QR is for phones. Data Matrix is for small parts and electronics. Same Variables pane. Tool: Data Matrix generator.

Print or save

Zebra thermal: print from the browser with Browser Print at the printer’s DPI. Everyone else: download PNG, JPEG, SVG, PDF, or ZPL. JSON keeps the editable master.

Print the small-parts tags

2D code per row.

Open free label maker