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Troubleshooting Zebra Printer Printing Issues Using ZPL

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Issue / QuestionHow to solve Zebra printer printing issues using ZPL?
How to solve using ZPL if the text is not positioned properly on the label?
Applicable ToAll Zebra ZPL compatible printers
Resolution / Answer

Troubleshooting Zebra Printer Printing Issues Using ZPL

Printing too high on the label:
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  • Remove any ZPL commands conflicting with printer settings.
  • Check and adjust the label top using ^LT command if needed.
  • Specify the correct print location for label objects (^FO).
  • Ensure proper media tracking mode (^MN).
  • Verify no unprintable areas are set in the driver or application.

Printing too low on the label:
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  • Remove conflicting ZPL commands.
  • Specify the correct print location (^FO).
  • Ensure proper media tracking mode (^MN).
  • Adjust the label top using ^LT command if necessary.
  • Verify no unprintable areas are set in the driver or application.

Printing too far right on the label:
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  • Remove conflicting ZPL commands.
  • Ensure ZPL sends the required print width.
  • Specify the correct print location (^FO).
  • Set the correct print width on the printer.
  • Check for incorrect left position or label shift commands using ^LS .

Printing too far left on the label:
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  • Remove conflicting ZPL commands.
  • Ensure ZPL sends the required print width.
  • Specify the correct print location (^FO).
  • Set the correct print width on the printer.
  • Check for incorrect left position or label shift commands using ^LS.
 
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TitleTroubleshooting Zebra Printer Printing Issues Using ZPL
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