How to Read Barcodes in C# for .NET 5 using Iron Barcode

In this tutorial, you will learn how to read barcodes in C# using the IronBarcode library. First, open Visual Studio and navigate to the Package Manager Console to install the IronBarcode library by typing:

Install-Package BarCode

Once installed, proceed to the Program.cs file to write the necessary code. Begin by adding the proper namespace:

Key Points:

• Ensure that the barcode.png image is placed in the output directory of your project, typically the bin folder, to make sure it can be accessed when the program runs.
• The QuicklyReadOneBarcode method attempts to read a single barcode from the provided image file. It returns a BarcodeResult object upon success, or null if no barcode is found.

Running the program will successfully read and display the barcode value. This straightforward approach enables efficient barcode reading using C#.

Further Reading: Read Barcodes in C#