Go UPC API Integration for Microsoft Excel
This article will guide you through the process of integrating Go-UPC's Product API into your Microsoft Excel spreadsheets. It includes instructions for both Mac OS and Windows, depending on which OS you're using to run your Microsoft 365 Office Suite. We believe that this application of our API will help businesses more efficiently manage their inventory, track sales, monitor changes in price, and perform other crucial operations.
Product-enabled applications demand back-end data that is accessible and easy to manipulate. A sophisticated tool like Microsoft Excel, coupled with the powerful Go-UPC barcode API, creates a rich resource for businesses. With quick response times and high reliability, the Go-UPC API provides access to extensive product data via JSON, searchable by UPC, EAN/GTIN, or ISBN.
Integration Steps
Step 1: Download Our Starter Template
Download the Microsoft Excel workbook spreadsheet template file according to the operating system for which you are running Excel. Once downloaded, open up the workbook in Microsoft Excel.
Excel Starter Template Downloads
Step 2: Enable Scripting Macros
The starter workbook already has this Visual Basic script embedded, but you can find the source in our API Integration Resources repository on our GitHub.
In order for this advanced feature to work, we'll need to enable the "VBA Macros" option in the application settings. From the preferences, this can be found in the "Trust Center" under "Macro Settings" (see screenshots below). It's worth noting that you can view or modify the source to fit your needs by opening the "Visual Basic" editor window found under the Developer menu in Excel.
Step 3: Add Your API Key
If you don't already have a Go-UPC API key, you can get one by signing up for any of our API plans. If you already have an account, you can find your API key on your account profile page when you're signed in.
After you've located your API key, simply paste the key into the "API Key" cell, located
in the B2 column/row intersection. You should see a confirmation message (e.g. "API key
added. You may now start adding product codes") once you've successfully added your key.
Step 4: Start Adding Barcodes
The only thing you have to do now is start adding your barcode numbers to the first column labeled Code. For each code you add, you should see data populate pretty much instantly if the UPC validates. Please note that currently this implementation only supports adding one code at a time.
Conclusion
Undoubtedly, combining Go-UPC's extensive catalog, simplicity of use, and competitive pricing with the versatility of Microsoft Excel will yield a robust tool that vastly enhances businesses' productivity and effectiveness.
We believe this can significantly improve your workflow, streamline your data processes, and help influence important decision-making.
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