Entering text

NOTE

Although the screens shown in the following expla- nations are for Windows® 98, 98 SE and Me, the

operations for Windows® 2000 and XP and Macin- tosh are the same unless specifically mentioned.

1Click (Text button) on the draw toolbar. Text can be typed in, and the pointer

changes from (selection pointer) to (I-beam pointer).

2Move the I-beam pointer to the position in the layout area where you wish to type in text, and then click the left mouse button. The cursor flashes in the layout area to indi- cate that you can now type in text.

3Use the computer keyboard to type in the text.

4To create a new line of text, press the key- board’s Enter key.

Ch. 2 Getting Started

NOTE

With P-touch Editor 3.2, text is always typed in using the insert mode. The overwrite mode can- not be used to type in text.

To change the font and text size, click the appropriate icon in the property dock, and then select the desired settings from the Properties that appear.

For details, refer to Reading the User’s Guide on page 27.

Notes on usage

Barcodes

Keep the following points in mind when using P-touch Editor 3.2 to print barcodes.

Barcodes should be printed on white tape. If other colors of tape are used, the barcode reader may not be able to read the barcode correctly.

Be sure to test the barcode reader to make sure that it can read printed barcodes in the environment where you plan to use them.

The QR Code protocol can only be used with English. If data in any other language is entered, the barcode may not be read cor- rectly.

Databases

Keep the following points in mind when using the database functions of P-touch Editor 3.2.

NOTE

For general details, refer to the User’s Guide sup- plied on the P-touch Editor 3.2 CDROM.

The database function of P-touch Editor 3.2 (Windows® version) uses database files that are compatible with Microsoft Access 97. By upgrading P-touch Editor 3.2 using a program available on the CD-ROM, P-touch Editor will become compatible with Access 2000. If P-touch Editor 3.2 has not been updated to Access 2000 during installation, refer to the Readme file located at Ptouch\Editor\Ac2k on the CD-ROM, and start up the program.

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Brother PT-9600, PT-3600 manual Entering text, Barcodes, Databases

PT-9600, PT-3600 specifications

The Brother PT-3600 and PT-9600 are professional-grade label makers that cater to users looking for versatile and efficient labeling solutions. Renowned for their robust performance, these machines are designed to meet the demands of both home and office environments, offering a variety of features that enhance usability and efficiency.

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In contrast, the PT-9600 places a premium on advanced connectivity options. With a USB interface, it can easily connect to computers and other devices, enabling users to design labels using specialized software. This model supports a range of graphic formats, allowing users to create more complex labels that can include images, logos, and barcodes. This feature is particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on branding and need to ensure consistency across their labels.

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