How to scan a barcode correctly
Practical tips for reliable smartphone scanning, even with small, glossy or slightly damaged codes.
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Wissen rund um EAN, GTIN, Barcodes und Produktvergleich. Verständliche Erklärungen und praktische Anleitungen für die Produktsuche mit ean.bz.
EAN vs. GTIN: what is the difference?
EAN and GTIN are often used as synonyms, but GTIN is the broader product identification concept.
Read article →Understanding GTIN-13
How the 13-digit product identifier is structured and what it does and does not tell you.
Read article →Find a product by EAN
How to move from the number printed below a barcode to product information and available offers.
Read article →How to compare prices correctly
Why the lowest displayed item price is not always the cheapest overall offer.
Read article →How does the GTIN check digit work?
The final digit of a GTIN helps detect many common input errors.
Read article →Why is my barcode not recognised?
Common reasons why a camera or product search cannot successfully process a barcode.
Read article →EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC and GTIN-14
A practical overview of the most common numbering and barcode formats used in trade.
Read article →What does a barcode reveal about a product?
A barcode contains much less descriptive product information than many people expect.
Read article →Compare product offers online
How to compare offers for the same product without overlooking variants or additional costs.
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