IronBarCode Advanced Installation

IronBarCode is a powerful library, and we aim to support as many environments as possible. To achieve this, we package files separately for different platforms. A single, all-in-one package would lead to unnecessary downloads for most users. Instead, IronBarCode provides advanced tools to install the library specifically for your target environment.

Instead of installing the IronBarCode NuGet Package, we can search for specific packages on NuGet. The functionality and API of all packages remain the same; however, the way they develop might be slightly different.

This article aims to provide a clear comparison and acts as a recommended guide to suggest the most optimal IronBarCode that fits your needs!

BarCode NuGet Package

Most commonly used. Configured to get you up and running in Visual Studio as quickly as possible. Suitable for most projects.

PM > Install-Package BarCode

• Contains BarCode.Slim
• Contains BarCode.Detection
• Contains IronSoftware.ReaderInternals.Windows, a Windows-specific dependency

BarCode.Slim NuGet Package

Does not include the Machine Learning feature for detecting barcodes.

PM > Install-Package BarCode.Slim

• All other packages reference this package.
• Contains the actual IronBarCode.dll.
• Does NOT include Windows, Linux, or macOS-specific dependencies.
• Does NOT include Barcode.Detection.

请注意This package contains the smallest footprint and doesn't reference other packages. However, if the input has a large amount of digital noise, please consider adding Barcode.Detection for better results.

BarCode.Detection NuGet Package

An advanced package that utilizes Machine Learning for more accurate barcode detection, allowing developers to freely customize the parameters to suit their needs.

PM > Install-Package BarCode.Detection

• Supports all platforms.
• Included in the base BarCode package.

BarCode.Linux

Designed with cloud and Linux-based OS in mind, works particularly well for AWS & Lambda, Azure Functions, and WebApps in Linux mode. To set it up for Linux, check out this guide.

PM > Install-Package BarCode.Linux

• Contains BarCode.Slim
• Contains BarCode.Detection
• Contains IronSoftware.ReaderInternals.Linux, a Linux-specific dependency

BarCode.MacOs & BarCode.MacOs.ARM NuGet Packages

These two packages are specifically tailored for macOS & macOS.ARM users to allow developers to utilize and integrate IronBarCode in their macOS-based applications. For more information, please refer to this setup guide for macOS.

Install-Package BarCode.MacOs PM > Install-Package BarCode.MacOs.ARM

• Contains BarCode.Slim
• Contains BarCode.Detection
• Contains IronSoftware.ReaderInternals.iOS or IronSoftware.ReaderInternals.MacOs.ARM, a macOS-specific dependency

BarCode.iOS NuGet Package

IronBarCode offers an iOS package that is designed specifically for mobile-based iOS applications. Easily integrate IronBarCode as a standalone barcode reader or integrate with existing applications. For more information on how to set up IronBarCode on iOS, please refer to this setup guide.

PM > Install-Package BarCode.iOS

• Contains BarCode.Slim
• Contains IronSoftware.ReaderInternals.iOS, an iOS-specific dependency

BarCode.Android NuGet Package

Similarly, IronBarCode also offers an Android experience, allowing developers to develop on both platforms with no barriers. For more information on how to set up IronBarCode on Android, please refer to this setup guide.

PM > Install-Package BarCode.Android

• Contains BarCode.Slim
• Contains IronSoftware.ReaderInternals.Android, an Android-specific dependency