Bin labels help warehouse staff quickly locate products by clearly marking storage locations. Systematic labeling improves picking speed and reduces errors in large warehouses.
Creating Bin Label Templates
Before printing bin labels, you need to create a template that defines the label size and layout.
1Navigate to Settings > Manage Label Templates
2Click Add New
3Configure these settings:
- Template Name: Enter a descriptive name (e.g., "Bin Label 2 x 4")
- Label Width: Enter width in inches
- Label Height: Enter height in inches
- Label Type: Select Bin Label (not Product Label)
- Label Orientation: Select Horizontal or Vertical
4Add your template content in the Template Content field
5Click Preview to test, then Add to save
Printing Bin Labels
Once you've created your bin label template, you can bulk print labels for your warehouse locations.
1Navigate to Products Print Bin Number Labels
2Select the Warehouse Location you want to print bin labels for
3Choose your Label Type from the dropdown (the custom template you created)
4Select the SKUs you want to create bin labels for
5Click Export PDF to generate a printable PDF of your bin labels
Print the PDF using your label printer. The labels will be formatted according to the template you selected.
Tips for Bin Label Organization
Use systematic naming: Implement a consistent bin naming convention (e.g., A1-01, A1-02, B2-01) that makes locations easy to find.
Label placement: Place bin labels at eye level when possible for fastest visual identification.
Print extras: Keep spare labels on hand for new bins or replacements as labels wear out.
Include barcodes: If your bin naming system uses scannable codes, include barcode elements in your template for faster warehouse operations.