2011-03-29
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The latest version of PrintShop Mail is currently 7.1. This documentation was updated on 2011-03-29 and covers the changes made in this version. If you are still using an older version of PrintShop Mail, you can access its documentation by using the Version: menu at the top-right corner of this screen.

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POSTNET

Barcode functions and fonts are deprecated in PrintShop Mail 7.0 for Windows. We strongly advise using the Barcode Object instead.

Syntax

POSTNET(Text[,Street address number])

Description

Converts a 5 digit (zip code), 9 digit (zip+4 code), or an 11 digit (delivery point barcode) to a valid POSTNET barcode.

Example

POSTNET("12345-6534","152 Oxford Street")

Result

Parameter description

Text

Any text expression or data field containing a text to be represented by the barcode.

Street address number

Any text expression or data field containing a text to be represented by the barcode. The delivery point number is calculated from this text.

POSTNET (Postal Numeric Encoding Technique)

This barcode is the special code that is placed on the lower right portion of an envelope.

It is used to speed mail through the postal service (by automated sorting) and get reduced rates.

Start and stop characters are automatically added by PrintShop Mail.

It is recommended that you have an U.S Postal Service Mailpiece Design Analyst review and approve all POSTNET barcodes generated from PrintShop Mail. The Mailpiece Design Analyst is trained to analyze POSTNET barcodes and determine whether or not they meet the U.S Postal Service's technical requirements. Output can be send to them via email (digital file) fax or mail. Point your Web browser to: http://pe.usps.gov/mpdesign/mpdfr_mda_lookup.asp to find the name and contact information for the Mailpiece Design Analyst that is assigned to your geographical area.