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Format Control Commands

^XB - Suppress Backfeed

Suppresses backfeed after label is printed

^XB - Suppress Backfeed

Overview

The ^XB command suppresses the automatic backfeed motion that normally occurs after a label is printed.

Syntax

^XB

Parameters

None

Description

  • Prevents the printer from backing up the media after printing
  • Useful for continuous printing applications
  • Reduces printing time by eliminating backfeed
  • Affects the label immediately following the command

Usage Notes

  • No parameters required
  • Case-sensitive
  • Applies to subsequent labels until reset
  • Useful for reducing print time in high-speed applications

Example

^XA
^XB
^FO50,50
^ADN
^FDLabel 1^FS
^XZ
  • ^XA - Start Format
  • ^XZ - End Format
  • ~JS - Change Backfeed Sequence

See Also