zpl.tools
Field Commands

^FX - Comment

Adds non-printing comment to code

^FX - Comment

Overview

The ^FX command allows you to add comments to ZPL code that are ignored by the printer and do not appear in the output.

Syntax

^FXcomment text

Parameters

  • comment text = Any text (ignored by printer)

Description

  • Adds human-readable comments to ZPL code
  • Text is completely ignored during printing
  • Useful for documentation and debugging
  • Improves code readability and maintainability

Usage Notes

  • Comments are not printed
  • Entire line following ^FX is treated as comment
  • Useful for explaining complex label logic
  • Can include any characters

Example

^XA
^FX Print invoice label for order #12345
^FO50,50
^ADN
^FXCompany name and logo section
^FDAcme Corp^FS
^FO50,100
^ADN
^FXOrder information
^FDOrder: 12345^FS
^FO50,150
^ADN
^FDDate: 2024-10-28^FS
^XZ

Best Practices

  • Use descriptive comment text
  • Document section purposes
  • Explain complex field logic
  • Include version or timestamp information
  • ^XA - Start Format
  • ^XZ - End Format

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