| Feature | Online Generators | Softmatic Extension | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | PNG/JPG (Raster) | Native Vector Paths | | Scalability | Pixelates when enlarged | Infinitely scalable | | Print Quality | Low (72-150 DPI) | Press-ready (High DPI vector) | | Color Control | RGB only (hard to match) | CMYK, Spot, Global Swatches | | Security | Data sent to 3rd-party servers | 100% Local/Offline | | Symbology Support | Basic (Code 128, QR) | Advanced (GS1, Data Matrix, PPN) |
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