This guide outlines the core process for setting up a bibliographic spine label template using the Label Designer wizard.
1. Accessing Label Designer
- Navigate to the Tech Toolbar.
- Under the Common Tasks pane, click on the Label Designer wizard.
- A listing of saved templates will appear with the default label highlighted.
2. Creating a New Template
- Click the Add... button on the right side of the window.
- In the Add Template window, enter a name for your new template.
- Note: Please place your library's 3-letter code at the beginning of the template name (e.g., "SEO spine").
- Ensure the Type is set to Bibliographic.
- Click OK.
3. Configuring Page and Label Set Settings
Important: Label specifications must be entered in the correct order to prevent error messages. Follow the steps below before adding text or call number elements.
Step A: Page Tab
- Select the Page tab.
- Enter Measurement Units in either inches or centimeters.
- Configure Paper Size (e.g., "Letter" for standard sheets).
- Measure and enter the top and left Margins.
- Note: This measurement should be from the edge of the sheet to where the label begins.
Step B: Label Set Tab
- Select the Label Set tab.
- Measure and enter the Dimensions (Width and Height) of the entire label set.
- Enter the Number of label sets across and down on the sheet.
- Enter the number of Label Sets per Item (usually 1 for a single spine label).
4. Designing the Label Layout
Once the page is configured, you can design the actual label content.
Adding and Formatting a Label
- Click the Add label button to add a label to the preview window.
- On the Label tab, enter the Positions of the label in relation to the set.
- Enter the Dimensions and Text Margins for the individual label.
- Click the Font... button to select the font name and size.
Configuring Call Number Elements
- To configure the elements, select the correct line and choose Call/Copy for the Type and Call Number for the Value.
- For call numbers requiring multiple lines, update the Maximum number of lines box (e.g., to 8).
- Click the Configure... button to set up call number breaks (e.g., after initial alpha characters or after a space).
- Use the Sample to Test box to preview the results.
5. Saving the Template
- Review the Label Set Preview window to ensure the layout is accurate.
- Click the Save button to retain the label template.