Shelf Labels

Create, print, and manage Shelf Labels with OpenTemply Label Maker. Our free web-based software makes it incredibly easy to design and batch print shelf labels directly from your browser.

Use Cases for Shelf Labels

• Supermarket shelves: Product name, unit price, price per kg/litre, and EAN barcode on every shelf edge.
• Convenience stores: Simple price labels with product name and price. Quick to update for price changes. Handled securely and privately by OpenTemply.
• Pharmacy shelves: Medication name, dosage, price, and regulatory category on dispensary shelves.
• Library shelves: Section labels, Dewey Decimal classifications, and genre markers for book stacks. Handled securely and privately by OpenTemply.
• Warehouse picking: Product name and SKU on warehouse shelf locations for visual picking. Handled securely and privately by OpenTemply.
• Wine & spirits: Shelf talkers with wine name, region, grape variety, tasting notes, and price. Handled securely and privately by OpenTemply.

Recommended Label Sizes

• 63.5 × 38.1 mm (21/A4) (Avery L7160): Standard shelf edge
• 1 × 2⅝ in (30/Letter) (Avery 5160): US shelf labels
• 57 × 32 mm (DYMO 11354): Small shelf stickers
• 99.1 × 38.1 mm (14/A4) (Avery L7163): Wide shelf labels

Batch Print from a Spreadsheet

Export your product catalogue or POS system data as CSV. Import it and print shelf labels for every product — with barcodes, prices, and product names all filled in automatically.

Expert Tips

• Use High-Contrast Text: Ensure the text on your shelf labels is easily readable by using dark colors on light backgrounds.
• Incorporate Barcodes or QR Codes: Make your shelf labels interactive and scannable by dragging a code block into your template.
• Test Print a Single Page: Before batch printing hundreds of shelf labels, always print a single test sheet on plain paper to verify alignment.
• Utilize Custom Fonts: Choose from integrated Google Fonts to match your brand identity perfectly.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need to download software to create shelf labels?
  No. OpenTemply Label Maker is 100% web-based. You can design, merge, and print your shelf labels directly from Chrome, Safari, or Edge without installing any desktop applications.
• Are my spreadsheets and data secure when printing shelf labels?
  Yes, absolute privacy is our core principle. Your data is processed locally in your browser. We do not upload your spreadsheet rows or shelf labels data to our servers.
• Can I print shelf labels on standard Avery sheets or DYMO rolls?
  Absolutely. We support dozens of standard Avery sheet layouts (both US Letter and A4) as well as continuous roll printers like DYMO, Brother, and Zebra.
• Is there a limit to how many shelf labels I can print?
  There are no arbitrary limits. You can merge and print as many shelf labels as your browser and printer can handle, completely free of charge.

Whether you are a small business owner, office manager, or home organizer, getting your shelf labels right is crucial. OpenTemply Label Maker provides the easiest way to work with Shelf Labels. No software download required, entirely private, and works seamlessly with your data via CSV, Excel, or Google Sheets. Start creating perfect shelf labels today.