Question 1

What is SBPL?

Accepted Answer

SBPL (SATO Barcode Programming Language) is the command language used by SATO thermal label printers to describe label layout, text, fonts, barcodes and graphics using ESC-prefixed commands.

Question 2

Can I preview SBPL without a SATO printer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SBPL Preview parses SBPL code and renders the label in your browser, replacing the need to connect a physical SATO printer and use its command-preview feature.

Question 3

Which barcodes does it support?

Accepted Answer

1D: Code128, Code39, ITF, EAN/UPC, Codabar, Code93, GS1-128. 2D: PDF417, QR Code, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, Aztec and MicroPDF417.