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Using a Barcode Scanner to Search

xAssets Barcoding Guide
Using a Barcode Scanner to Search

Using a Barcode Scanner to Search

This page explains how to use a Keywedge barcode scanner to search for asset records in xAssets, including single-barcode and multi-barcode search techniques.

Prerequisites

  • A Keywedge barcode scanner connected to the computer running xAssets
  • The scanner must be configured to append a Carriage Return (Enter) after each scan
  • The Barcoding module should be enabled for multi-barcode search (single-barcode search works without it)

How Barcode Search Works

A Keywedge barcode scanner provides the fastest way to look up asset records in xAssets. Simply scan a barcode from any page that has a search box and an asset-based query displayed -- the scanner types the barcode into the search field and presses Enter automatically.

xAssets matches the scanned barcode against the Barcode and Serial Number fields on asset records. If a match is found, the asset is displayed in the search results.

  1. Navigate to any page with a search box (e.g., the Home dashboard or an asset query).
  2. Click in the Search box to give it focus.
  3. Scan the asset's barcode.
  4. The scanner types the barcode characters into the search box and presses Enter.
  5. The matching asset record is displayed in the results.

Example

With a Keywedge scanner connected and xAssets open on the Home dashboard, scanning an asset barcode (e.g., 00441681) triggers a search and displays the matching asset record:

Screenshot

You can scan multiple barcodes in succession. Each additional scan appends a comma and the new barcode to the search field, and the results update to show all matching assets:

Screenshot

This is useful when you need to find and act on several specific assets at once -- for example, selecting assets for a bulk edit or transfer.

Tip: This search capability works in any dialog that has a search box for assets -- not just the main dashboard.

Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Solution
Barcode characters appear but search does not trigger Scanner not sending Carriage Return Reconfigure scanner to send Enter as suffix
No results found Barcode value does not match any Barcode or Serial Number field Verify the barcode value against the asset record
Barcode data appears in wrong field Search box did not have focus Click in the search box before scanning

For more detailed search capabilities including the Barcode Search dialog, duplicate handling, and stored lists, see the Keywedge Barcode Scanner Guide.