
UPS MaxiCode Properties
MaxiCode is a two-dimensional symbology that can encode about 100 characters of data in a one square
inch. Within this small space are two MaxiCode components; black and white hexagons that pack
information in two directions, and a target-like central pattern that allows the symbol to be easily located
at high speeds.A MaxiCode symbol is displayed in the template below.
Figure 13.1: UPS MaxiCode Template
MaxiCode has been recommended by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as the two-
dimensional symbol most appropriate for the sortation and tracking of unit loads and transport
packages. MaxiCode has high information density and can be read at high speeds in a large field of
view.MaxiCode can be decoded in any orientation and offers the security of high data integrity even if
the symbol is damaged. Because of their small size, MaxiCodes are easily incorporated into label
designs.In fact, many printer manufacturers have the capability to print MaxiCodes on
labels.MaxiCode is the best symbology to use any time a large field of view is required, a label is
moving, the label orientation is random, or if label space is limited.
MaxiCode is supported in all Loftware printer families, including Windows printers. The templates are
included in the Loftware product and are available for download from the Loftware Web site.
Note: A sample label named MaxiCodeCompressionTest.lwl has been added to the ..\labels\samples\maxicode
directory in Loftware. The label has 2 maxicode symbols, each with compression properties turned on and a
clear value set. One of the symbols is not compressed; the other is compressed. It may be used as a
troubleshooting tool to test compression.
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