>>>hi all,
>>>
>>>we are embarking on a barcode driven application and we are interested in the function of reading barcodes from JPG files.
>>>
>>>I have noticed that other platforms i.e .net, c++ can support this feature however does anyone know of a way of doing this within VFP?
>>>
>>>any light shed would be greatly appreciated!
>>>
>>>thanks
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>>See if this help, Message #1486163
>
>Didn't see anything there relating to barcodes ?

One can use it at least to read a text.
In case there is barcode number embedded into barcode picture, one can definitely recognize it using this approach