How to print scannable barcode labels at home without calibration errors
Print on US Letter at Actual size / 100%. Disable Fit to page, Shrink oversized pages, and borderless expansion. Test on plain paper and compare it against the label sheet before using adhesive stock.
Laser printers usually produce crisp, water-resistant bars. Inkjet output can also scan well when cartridges are healthy and the stock matches the ink. Avoid draft mode, bar smearing, low contrast, and glossy glare.