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Visual ZPL editor to design labels
Design labels with drag & drop and real‑time preview. Fine‑tune positions, sizes and DPI with precision.
Import existing ZPL, edit it and export to PNG, PDF or ZPL without losing compatibility.
What is ZPL and why use a visual editor
ZPL is Zebra’s printer language for defining text, barcodes, QR and graphics. It’s fast and standard in thermal printing.
A visual editor reduces the learning curve: design graphically while ZPL is generated automatically.
Si necesitas imprimir etiquetas de producto, envíos, precios, inventario o logística, ZPL es una solución robusta. Además, al ser texto plano, es fácil de versionar, automatizar e integrar con sistemas ERP o WMS.
Compatibility with Zebra and compatible printers
Most Zebra printers use ZPL or ZPL II as their native language. There are also compatible devices from other brands that accept ZPL, especially in thermal label printing. If your printer supports ZPL commands, what you generate here should work directly.
Some printers require specific DPI or label size settings. That’s why we offer DPI selection (203/300/600) and standard or custom sizes. Adjusting these parameters lets you view labels at real scale and avoid print shifts or clipping.
Common use cases for the ZPL editor
Retail and products
Labels with price, product name, SKU and barcodes for shelves and warehouses. Ideal for stores, supermarkets and distributors.
Shipping and logistics
Shipping labels with address, tracking and QR. Perfect for e‑commerce, transport and order preparation.
Inventory and warehouse
Stock control with location, batch or serial number. Improves traceability and asset counting.
Food and production
Labels with expiry date, batch and weight. Useful in food industry and production processes.
Key features of the ZPL editor and designer
Visual editor with drag & drop
Create labels by moving and resizing elements. Text, barcodes, lines and boxes with precise control.
Instant preview
Preview labels without printing. Detect format errors and size adjustments instantly.
Import and edit existing ZPL
Paste or load ZPL and continue designing visually without losing Zebra compatibility.
PDF and PNG export
Export labels in shareable formats to validate with teams or clients without a printer.
Custom DPI and size
Adjust label size and DPI to match your printer and avoid offsets.
Ready‑to‑use templates
Start with product, shipping, price or inventory templates and customize quickly.
FAQ about ZPL and labels
How do I know the real size of a label?
You can define it with ^PW (width) and ^LL (height) in dots. If you don’t have them, select the size in the editor and adjust until it matches your roll.
Which DPI should I use: 203, 300 or 600?
It depends on your printer. 203 DPI is standard for most models, 300 DPI is used for smaller text or higher barcode precision, and 600 DPI is reserved for high‑definition printing.
Can I use this editor with non‑Zebra printers?
Yes, as long as the printer accepts ZPL. Many compatible thermal printers support ZPL commands natively.
How do I export my labels?
You can download the original ZPL or convert it to PDF/PNG from the dedicated conversion pages to share or print elsewhere.
Why is my label printed offset?
Adjust the ^LT and ^LS commands to move the print, or check that the configured size matches the actual roll.