### Decode Tool Outputs

The Decode Tool can output reading information and string matching results.

- Status: True/False status of the tool.

- Decoded Text: Raw decoded text.

- GS1 Format Text: GS1-decoded text information.

- Center point: Center point of symbol (X, Y, Angle).

- Decode Type: Type of decoded symbol.

The output when GS1 validation is enabled looks like this:

- Status: True/False status of the tool.

- Decoded Text: Raw decoded text.

- GS1 Format Text: GS1-decoded text information.

- Center point: Center point of symbol (X, Y, Angle).

- Decode Type: Type of decoded symbol.

- GS1_AppID01: Global Trade Item Number (GTIN)

- GS1_AppID10: Batch or lot number

- GS1_AppID12: Due date

- GS1_AppID21: Serial number
  Note: GS1_AppIDxx: The number xx conforms to the GS1 Application Identifier (AI) number.

##### Setup Time Feedback

In Edit mode, the tool will display the status and the decoded text and it allows you to link outputs to tags within the software's Global Data Service (GDS). Refer to Link Menus for details.

In the image, the decoded text will be drawn, and the detected symbol area will also be drawn:

Precautions for Correct Use: Position information is normally output in pixel units, but values converted to world coordinates are output during calibration.