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Catalog by Barcode Images

Automatically assign images to lots by photographing barcoded labels and importing them in bulk using Auction Flex.

Updated over a month ago

Overview

The Catalog by Barcode Images feature allows auctioneers to quickly and efficiently catalog items by photographing each lot alongside a barcode label. Auction Flex reads the barcode to identify the lot number, then assigns subsequent images to that lot. This method significantly speeds up cataloging and reduces errors during image association.

Key Features

  • Analyze up to 350 images per minute

  • Use barcoded lot labels (Reports #69 and #70)

  • Built-in image editor for cropping, rotation, and brightness/contrast

  • Streamlined 3-step image import and cataloging process

Before You Begin

✅ Print Barcode Lot Labels

  • From Auction Lots & Preview, click Reports

  • Choose:

    • Report #69 – Dymo 30256 Labels

    • Report #70 – Avery 5163 Labels

🎯 These labels are optimized for barcode recognition by Auction Flex.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Label, Photograph, and Organize

  1. Affix a barcode label to the lot or lot tag.

  2. Take a close-up photo of the barcode label.

  3. Take additional images of the lot (without the barcode in frame).

  4. Repeat for all lots.

  5. Transfer all images into a single folder on your computer.

2. Launch Barcode Image Cataloging Tool

  1. Go to Auction Lots & Preview

  2. Click Catalog by Barcode Images

  3. In Step 1, click the Browse ( … ) button to select your image folder

  4. Click Next Step

3. Data Entry Interface

  • Auction Flex will display:

    • The first barcode image (excluded automatically from import)

    • Remaining images grouped by lot number

  • Enter lot data:

    • Consignor Code

    • Quantity

    • Inventory Type

    • Lead/Description

  • Double-click any image to open the built-in image editor:

    • Crop, rotate, adjust brightness/contrast

📷 [Insert screenshot: CatalogByBarcodeImageLot1]

4. Finalize Import

  1. Click Next Step

  2. Then click Import Images

  3. Auction Flex will:

    • Create your lots

    • Attach all associated images

    • Automatically compress and optimize images for the web

📷 [Insert screenshot: final import button]

Best Practices

  • Use clear, high-contrast barcodes

  • Maintain consistent image angles and distances

  • Keep barcode labels clean and unwrinkled

  • Save all barcode and item images in the same folder

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