Convert PRN to BTW

Understanding PRN and BTW file formats

PRN files are printer output files that contain raw print data, typically generated by selecting 'Print to File' in Windows print dialogs. These files are often used to store print jobs for later printing or for sending to a specific printer.

BTW files are BarTender label design files created by Seagull Scientific's BarTender software. They store label layouts, barcode data, and print settings for professional label printing.

Why convert PRN to BTW?

Converting a PRN file to a BTW file allows you to edit, manage, and reprint label designs using BarTender, which offers advanced label design and printing features not available in standard print files.

How to convert PRN to BTW

Direct conversion from PRN to BTW is not natively supported, as PRN files are raw print data and BTW files are editable label design files. However, you can use the following method:

1. Open BarTender software.
2. Import the PRN file as an image or background (if the PRN contains graphical label output):
   File → New to create a new label, then use Insert → Picture to add the PRN (if supported as an image format).
3. Manually recreate the label design in BarTender using the imported PRN as a reference.
4. Save your design as a BTW file using File → Save As.

If your PRN file contains only text or barcode data, you may need to extract the content and manually input it into BarTender.

Best software for PRN to BTW conversion

The recommended software for this process is BarTender by Seagull Scientific. While there is no automated PRN-to-BTW converter, BarTender provides the tools to recreate and save your label designs in the BTW format.

Summary

While there is no direct, automated way to convert PRN files to BTW, using BarTender to manually recreate your label design is the most effective solution. This approach ensures your labels are fully editable and compatible with professional label printing workflows.