Introducing Barcode Scanning: Faster In-Person Checkout with Local Line

Today, we’re excited to launch barcode scanning in Local Line — a simple, time-saving feature designed to make logging in-person orders faster and easier than ever. From farmers' markets to pop-up events and in-store — simply scan your barcodes and keep sales moving.

What is Barcode Scanning?

Our new barcode scanning feature lets you quickly add products when logging orders in Local Line. Instead of manually searching for items in the system, you can scan the barcode and automatically add the product to your orders, saving you valuable time during in-person checkouts.

Key Benefits:

• Ideal for in-Person sales: Perfect for farms and food hubs manually logging orders on behalf of customers or selling in-person at farmers' markets, farm gates, pop-up events, or in-store.
• Faster order logging: No more scrolling or clicking to find products. Just scan and go.
• Package-level support: Barcode scanning works at the package level, giving you precise control over product variants.
• Available on all plans: This feature is included with every Local Line subscription at no extra cost.

How Does It Work?

Getting started with barcode scanning is simple:

1. Add Barcode Numbers as Package Codes: Enter the barcode number under the "Package Code" field in Local Line. This allows the system to recognize which product to add to an order when you scan it.

If you need support creating barcodes, you also download the Product Barcode PDF export in your products table. It will generate custom barcodes for all your packages.

2. Connect Your Scanner: Plug in your barcode scanner to your device. Local Line supports all barcode scanners (bluetooth or wired).
3. Start Scanning: On the Log Order screen, click the Scan Barcodes button. When the button turns green and says "Scanning..." you're ready to go. To stop scanning, click the button again or click elsewhere on the screen.

Why Did We Build It?

Farms juggle multiple sales channels, and we want Local Line to be the ultimate tool that grows with you. Whether you're logging orders manually, selling at the farmers' market, or at a pop-up event, this feature is designed to simplify your workflow and save you time. Wherever you are, whatever you're doing, Local Line can adapt with you.

What’s Next for Barcode Scanner

Barcode scanning is just the beginning. This feature opens the door to exciting future updates, such as:

• Inventory management integrations: Scan items to update inventory in real-time.
• Weighted product support: Upload weighted inventory using barcodes generated by scales.
• Traceability and receiving tools: Enhancing food safety and product tracking.

We’re excited to see how barcode scanning helps you save time and improve your sales process. Ready to try it out? Log in to your Local Line account and start scanning today!