Saturday, October 15, 2016

The Many Uses Of Printed Labels

By Debra Hayes


Printed labels can not only show you what is where, it can play a major role in organizing your life. They are literally everywhere, on food containers, file cabinets and other places. In fact, there are so many different types, you really do not seem to notice them.

This article will enlighten you as to where to look for a label and what they stand for. Although you read them many times a day, it probably does not even register that they are a label put there for a reason.

First, we are going to review the history of them. Before computers and printers, hand written notes were a way to warn people of danger or where something is located. Labeling became a fad with the label maker. You could spell out whatever you wanted and it would print out a small plastic sticker that could be stuck on a solid surface.

Now days, computers and printers make it even more convenient to make them. There is computer software that let the use customize and print them however they want.

One of the most popular labels are the ones that are placed on items that are being mailed or shipped. The bar codes on them often tell where they are supposed to go and who they go to. Packages and letters would not reach their destination if the information is not present.

Some of the most important use of labels is by telling consumers what is in the foods and drinks they eat and drink. Many people have food allergies that can be a life threatening condition. Without knowing what is in the food can turn into an emergency situation. These labels are also known to tell the ingredients and nutritional value of the foods and drinks.

An office, especially a medical office or hospital, use them for numerous reasons. They can tell nurses and doctors what medicines are being used, what cabinet contains the tools they need to use and if they have the right patients file.

Medical offices are not the only type of office that uses them. Many other offices and businesses use them to help customers and clients find the exit and bathroom.

Labels are everywhere, all are printed in one way or another. If they were not there, many people would not know what they are looking for or what they are purchasing. For instance, if someone needed to get a high grade gasoline for their vehicle, they would not know what pump to use unless it was labeled somehow.

Take advantage of labels that are in places of business or create your own to help keep your home or garage neat and organized. When everyone in the home knows where something is located, it helps keep clutter down and will help keep the house cleaner. For instance, if a lady owns a lot of makeup, she can make labels to keep track of where certain colors, brands and types of makeup she has. Labels help keep our world safe and organized. They are something most people do not really think about but it they were to be eliminated, it would change the




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