<MAXICODE>

Specifies the encoding mode to use when generating a MaxiCode barcode.

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Syntax

<MAXICODE> mode

Parameter Description Default
mode The encoding mode to use when creating a MaxiCode barcode. One of the following. NONE
2 Creates a barcode for mailing labels that use numeric postal codes. Use this mode to create a MaxiCode barcode for a U.S. destination. If you use this mode, use the tags that begin with “UPS” to specify the data to encode (for example, <UPSCLASSOFSERVICE>). Do not use the <ADDPART> tag.
3 Creates a barcode for mailing labels that use alphanumeric postal codes. Use this mode to create a MaxiCode barcode for a destination outside the United States. If you use this mode, use the tags that begin with “UPS” to specify the data to encode (for example, <UPSCLASSOFSERVICE>). Do not use the <ADDPART> tag.
4 Creates a general-purpose barcode with standard error correction. If you use this mode, use the <ADDPART> tag to specify the data to encode.
5 Creates a general-purpose barcode with enhanced error correction. If you use this mode, use the <ADDPART> tag to specify the data to encode.
6 Used for barcode reader programming. If you use this mode, use the <ADDPART> tag to specify the data to encode.