How do I make prep date labels from a list?

Put item and packed-on date on each row, set 2x1 in the free label maker, map those fields, preview two rows, then print. Dating rules are yours.

Do I need ZebraDesigner or a paid license?

No. Design in the browser. Print to a Zebra with Browser Print, or download PNG, PDF, or ZPL. There's no paid designer seat.

Can I print a whole list from Excel?

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

How to make prep date labels from a list

Published: August 18, 2026 · 3 min read · How-to

Open the free label maker: app.mylabelmaker.com. No signup. Design the label, then print to a Zebra or download PNG, PDF, or ZPL.

Open prep date template

Prep date sample from the free label maker — This is the prep date template in the free app. Open it and swap in your own text.

You can make prep date labels from a list in the free label maker. Put item and packed-on in a sheet, set 2x1, map {{item}} and {{date}}, and print the morning prep.

Good to know: Health-department dating rules are yours. We print the words you type.

How to make prep date labels from a list

Open the prep date template. No signup.
Put item, packed-on, and optional use-by on each Excel row.
Set 2x1. Map {{item}} and {{date}}. Keep type large.
Preview two items, then print the rail.

Same labels every morning

Change only the date column. Keep the JSON. Reprint the sheet after prep.

Print or save

Got a Zebra? Print with Browser Print at the printer's DPI. No Zebra? Print from this computer, or download PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF, or ZPL. Save JSON if you want to open the layout again later.

Print this morning's dots

Item and date from the sheet. Change the date, reprint.

Open prep date template