Importing barcode data into Orca Scan

You can easily import your asset or inventory data into Orca Scan using a Microsoft Excel .xlsx file. To ensure a smooth import, make sure your data is on the first sheet and includes a Barcode column. Orca Scan will only process data from this sheet and will use the barcodes to match and retrieve relevant information.

1. Use an Excel file

Only Excel .xlsx files are supported, which is the standard format for Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

2. Place Data on the First Sheet

Make sure your data is on the first sheet of the Excel file. Orca Scan imports data exclusively from this sheet.

3. Include a Barcode column

Add a column labeled Barcode in your sheet. This column is crucial for Orca Scan to locate and match data based on scanned barcodes.

4. Keep it clean

Your Excel file should be free of irrelevant information such as logos or merged cells. The file should be straightforward and resemble the example below:

An example of how your data should be structured before importing into Orca Scan

Troubleshooting

Import error: “Failed to fetch”

Reload your browser and try importing the file again

Import error: “Your spreadsheet must include a barcode column”

You need to add a column to the file named “Barcode”. You can always change this once the file is imported.