eXtra4<dropIT>
Print-Tool for eXtra4<winIII>
Manual data transfer for label printing from third-party systems
As an independent front-end software, eXtra4<dropit> is actively operated by the user. He picks up data in any data source via copy command (Ctrl+C) and drops it focused into the window of eXtra4<dropIT> .Due to the copy process, the label printer can work independently of the type of data source, such as PDF document, spread sheet table or data record of a database, and independent of its storage location: whether local computer, central server or cloud, eXtra4<dropIT> works without access to the third-party system.
From copy to label by scripting
The task of eXtra4<dropIT> as a printing tool is the conversion of the copied data into printable labels. The software uses scripting technology for this purpose. A script program must be created individually. It generates and transfers not only the printable label contents, but also the necessary control commands for the connected printer.
In order to correctly interpret the data transferred by eXtra4<dropIT> for the upcoming print job, the target printer must be prepared. The configuration in advance is done by the label printing software eXtra4<winIII> in its free edition "Lite".
Therefore, the purchase price includes one individually created script for printing a label with one defined design as well as 25 units of support (25 x 6 min = 2.5 hrs worth approx. € 175). Each additional script will be charged according to time and effort (approx. € 100).
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eXtra4<dropIT>
Printing process manually or automatically
After storing the copied data in the software window, eXtra4<dropIT> offers the user two options for handling the printing process:Manual handling of the print job
In manual printing mode, eXtra4<dropIT> generates a preview of the label waiting for output in the program window. Here, the user has the possibility to edit label contents as desired. If more than one printed label is desired, the print run can also be changed. In order for the printer to start, the user must manually trigger the printing process at the end.
Automatic handling of the print job
In automatic mode, eXtra4<dropIT> does not allow the user to influence the print job, neither on the label contents, nor on the print run. However, it is possible to make the automatic mode more flexible by adding passwords to the copied source data, which the script converts into defined control commands. The user can decide whether only the storing of data in the clipboard triggers the printing process or whether the activation of the window after the copying process is already sufficient.
Operating conditions for eXtra4<dropIT>
As a Windows software, the print-tool eXtra4<dropIT> matches the corresponding label printing software eXtra4<winIII>. It is only compatible with Microsoft systems. The use of eXtra4<dropIT> always requires advice from our experts.Please contact our support team.
Our labelling systems in the field of software and associated services are supported by our subsidiary eXtra4 Software+Service GmbH.
License rights
In order to allow all employees to print labels, the purchase of a license of eXtra4 Printing Tools for label printing with eXtra4<winIII> Edition "Lite" includes the possibility to use the program on any number of computers within a company (site license).
If a company has several locations, a separate license must be purchased for each location.
Support and service times
The purchase of eXtra4<dropIT> for use on the basis of eXtra4<winIII> includes 25 units of inclusive support (10x 6 minutes), because the integration of the software into the system on site requires the support of our software experts.We generally provide support by telephone and online (remotely) during our business hours (Mon - Thu 8.00-16.30, Fri 8.00-12.00).
Please contact us at +49 7231 94790 or by mail.
Print-Tools
for special solutions with eXtra4<winIII>
Label printing for third-party systems with eXtra4<winIII>
Third-party systems, such as stock management, web store or website, extend their possibilities in printing labels with data from their own integrated database by eXtra4 printing tools. For the printing process they rely on the precision of the label printing software eXtra4<winIII>: for the configuration of the driven label printer the free edition "Lite" of eXtra4<winIII> is used.The data for the label is generated in the third-party system and output from there. The eXtra4 print tools ensure the correct and smooth transfer of the data to be printed to the connected printer and transmit the necessary control data for the upcoming print job.
Direct external intervention in the third-party system is not required for label printing.
Data transfer automatically or manually
Two types of printing tools are available for the use of the label printing software eXtra4<winIII> by third-party systems. They differ in the way of data transfer:
Automatically, the data transfer is done with eXtra4<monitor> in a background process that is not visible to the user.
The print data are transferred actively and manually by the user with eXtra4<dropit>. This print tool acts as a front-end software.
Please contact our support team.
Our labelling systems in the field of software and associated services are supported by our subsidiary eXtra4 Software+Service GmbH.
License rights
In order to allow all employees to print labels, the purchase of a license of eXtra4 Print-Tools for label printing with eXtra4<winIII> Edition "Lite" includes the possibility to use the software on any number of computers within a company (site license).
If a company has several locations, a separate license must be purchased for each.
Support and service times
The purchase of eXtra4 Print-Tools for use on the basis of eXtra4<winIII> Edition Lite includes an appropriate number of units of support (1 unit = 6 minutes) to enable third-party systems for label printing. In any case, the integration of the software tool into the on-site system requires the support of our software experts.We generally provide support by telephone and online (remotely) during our business hours (Mon - Thu 8.00-16.30, Fri 8.00-12.00).
Please contact us at +49 7231 94790 or by mail.
eXtra4<gemID>
Software for the Management of Gemstones
Efficiently manage stones with labels
Labels are the key to stone management with eXtra4<gemID>. They carry the unique identity of each stone as coded imprint. In contrast to conventional software for merchandise management, the program eXtra4<gemID> masters the management of the combinatorial variety of quality features, which is decisive for gemstones.The coded label was developed especially for and with industry insiders to efficiently handle gemstones:
• classifiy
• identifiy
• rationalize
Faster by scanning instead of writing
Consistent labelling of the entire gemstone stock with the Ident-Code of eXtra4<gemID> results in an immediately noticeable increase in efficiency in the entire administration process. The scanning of the code provides all relevant information of each stone at any place at any time. Complex manual capturing is no longer necessary. This saves time, errors and costs:• less effort in trade fair preparation
• easier order entry
• faster invoicing
Software editions of eXtra4<gemID>
Stone management as required
Currently the gemstone programm eXtra4<gemID> is available in 2 versions:25 | 299,- | |||
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Stone classification as software core
Individual assortment structure as Basis for eXtra4<gemID>
The central element of eXtra4<gemID>, the stone management program, is the classification of gems. Therefore, as a first step, each user stores all relevant types of stones and their qualities in the software:For each type of stone, several typical quality characteristics can be defined, such as country of origin, colours, purity or types of treatment. The characteristics, in turn, can be defined in unlimited quantities: For "color", for example, the variants "red", "dark red", "red-orange", etc. can be defined.
Individual stone profile as target
Further classification criteria result from the type and shape of cut and other processing options. If stone types and qualities have been created, the stone classes are formed from their combination as the basis for pricing. In addition, a photo can be inserted as a reference point to make it easier to assign a stone to its class. In combination with the stone weight in carat, the classification within the software eXtra4<gemID> finally gives each individual gemstone a profile as unique specimen via its individual characteristics.Ident-Codes for gemstones with eXtra4<gemID>
Rationalisation through the use of encrypted labels
The unique identity of each gemstone, the result of the classification, is encoded by the program Programm eXtra4<gemID> for stone management in alphanumeric code. It contains both letters and numbers and contains 25 digits. Thanks to this considerable size, the code can contain all the data necessary for the distribution of a gemstone.The individual data profile is used to label the individual stones. It is printed on the label in three different shapes:
• as a speaking key, understandable for trained sales personnel,
• as machine-readable matrix code for scanner use
• as plain text in excerpts for the customer talk.
Matrix-Codes – a lot of data in little space
Only the use of two-dimensional matrix codes allows the use of labels in a size suitable for standard stone boxes. In contrast to one-dimensional barcodes, they are able to encrypt data volumes to the required extent in the smallest of spaces.With the box available directly on the stone, the coded label offers access to all sales-relevant data at any time and anywhere - without any connection to a database. The data can be read out by scanner and conveniently processed further.
eXtra4<gemID> system compatible to Microsoft and Apple
Whether Microsoft or Apple - users are free to choose which computer they use for gemstone management. Originally a Windows program, eXtra4<gemID> plattformunabhängig. It runs under Windows as well as under OSX and Linux. We accompany Apple users through the first steps.Please contact the eXtra4-Support.
Licensing and language versions
The gemstone software eXtra4<gemID> is geared to the needs of the industry and its often family-structured businesses. So that all employees can work with the gemstone management, the purchase of a license of eXtra4<gemID>The gemstone management software eXtra4<gemID> is aimed at the international market. Accordingly, the software is bilingual. The user can choose between German and English.
Purchase and Support
If you are considering purchasing the software eXtra4<gemID> for stone management, you will receive the full version of the program for testing as soon as you fill out and send the form that appears when you click on the buy icon. Our support experts will then take care of adapting the program to the local conditions. Therefore, the purchase price of the stone management eXtra4<gemID> already includes an inclusive contingent of support units (1 unit = 6 minutes).We generally provide support by telephone and online (remotely) during our office hours (Mon – Thu 8.00-16.30, Fri 8.00-12.00). Please contact us via phone +49 7231 94790 or via mail.
Download the software <eXtra4winIII>
How to get the free basic version
To download the label printing software eXtra4<winIII> we need the address data of the new user. Please click on the download icon, fill out the form and send it.You will receive the download link for the program by e-mail. A double click on the download link in the mail downloads the software into the download area of your computer. A double click on the program file triggers the installation on the computer. Now the label printing program eXtra4
Through activation to the edition
In order to use the label printing program eXtra4<winIII> in the desired edition, the software must be activated. This is done under the personal license number via the help function of the program.
You receive your personal license number by purchasing a paid edition or by registering (in the help function of the program, only for Edition Lite). Only after activation is the software available in the scope of the corresponding edition.
Purchase of a software edition of eXtra4<winIII>
With license number to the authorized user
For the purchase of a certain software edition of the label printing program eXtra4<winIII> we need, in addition to the address data of the future user, information about the label printer to be used. Please click on the buy icon, fill out the form and send it off. You will receive an order confirmation and your personal license number for the ordered edtion according to your specifications in the form.If you would like to print labels with eXtra4<winIII> in an edition of the program that is still under development or is available as a beta version, please contact our support team.
Free software editions of eXtra4<winIII>
Use label printing for free
With the editions "Ultra Lite" and "Lite" users can print labels with the program eXtra4<winIII> for free. The simplest software version "Ultra Lite" is available by clicking on the download icon.For an upgrade to Edition "Lite", users of Edition "Ultra Lite" can register from within the program via the help function. For confirmation, the user will receive his personal license number by e-mail.
Support when downloading eXtra4<winIII>
The label printing program eXtra4<winIII> is specifically designed for easy handling. Should you nevertheless be unsure, we will gladly assist you with the first steps. Please contact our support team at +49 7231 94790 or via Mail.
Support contingent included in price
The price of a paid edition of eXtra4<winIII> includes the software license and an inclusive contingent of support units (1 unit = 6 minutes). Of course, we also support users of free program editions without inclusive support within the framework of ourSupport-Ticket-Systems >>
Support and service times
We generally provide support by telephone and online (remote). We are happy to help you with words and deeds during our office hours (Mon - Thu 8.00-16.30, Fri 8.00-12.00).