In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You may have noticed that there are a wide variety of barcodes, some appearing like thin lines and others, like QR codes, which are more blocky in appearance. These barcode types are called symbologies, some of which include: Plessey: Used for catalogs, store shelves, inventory UPC: Used for North America retail EAN-UCC: Used for international retail Codabar: Used for libraries, blood banks, airbills Code 39: Used for various purposes Code 128: Used for various purposes Code 11: Used for telephones Code 16K: 1D version of Code 128. QR Code: Public domain code from Nippon Denso ID Systems. Has the ability to encode Japanese Kanji and Kana characters. The information you want contained in your barcode will need to be translated to a suitable barcode format, like an alphanumeric string, for it to be properly read by scanners. You should have a general format in mind for how you will structure all barcodes for your particular purpose. Many different kinds of information can be included in your barcode, but generally this information pertains to: identification, tracking, and inventory. Consistent formatting will help make the translated information easier to read, and will make human processing of barcode information more efficient. "Alphanumeric" refers to a system that uses both letters and numbers. Now that you have your data properly organized, do an online search for a "String builder" for the barcode symbology you will be using. This will give you the converted text that you will need to use with a barcode font. For example, you might search, "barcode string builder code 128." Some symbologies may use other inputs than simple alphanumeric. Do an online search of your chosen symbology to find how to convert your data to a suitable barcode format. To have the text you've converted to show up properly as a barcode, you'll need to input your barcode string into your Word document in the font for your symbology. There are many online sources for fonts, some free and some for pay, which you can find by searching your symbology (e.g. Code 39 font). Always exercise caution when downloading anything from the Internet. There is always the risk that you may get a virus or some other kind of malware. Cut and paste your converted barcode string into your word document. Highlight this text, and then change the font to the appropriate barcode font and your barcode should appear.
Summary: Choose your barcode symbology. Choose your data to convert. Convert your data into proper barcode format with an online service. Download the right font for your barcode. Convert your barcode string into your word document.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When asking a girl out, especially if she is smart, you'll probably want to ask her when she is alone. This is because a smart girl probably won't enjoy being put on the spot. Asking her alone will give her a bit more space to think about how she wants to respond. It will also show that you are thoughtful, and want to be respectful. If you're having a hard time getting her alone, try casually asking her if you can talk to her alone for a minute. For example, if you have a class with her, try saying "Hey [insert girl's name], do you have a minute after class today? I wanted to talk to you about something." Keep it light when you bring this up or she might get worried about what you want to talk about. For example, when you ask her to talk later, you can add in, "Don't worry! It's nothing bad or a big deal at all, I just need to ask you about something." Keep your tone upbeat and happy. If you know there is something she is particularly interested in, try to make that into a date. You might get by going with a more traditional date idea (e.g. going to the movies), but a smart girl will be really impressed if you can come up with something out of the ordinary. For example, if she is really interested in art, see if there are any art shows or museum exhibitions in your area that you could take her to. If she is really into classical music, look to see if there is a symphony in your area. When you ask her out, try showing her that you really thought about it. For example, say, "I know you're a big fan of Van Gogh and I heard there is an exhibition at the museum this weekend. I'd love to take you if you'd like to go with me. Maybe we can grab some food afterward. What do you think?" Unfortunately, the hard truth is that you might get rejected. If you do, do your best to hide your disappointment. You will come off more confident and mature if you are able to say, "Oh, alright. Well, I understand. Have a nice a day!" than if you fly into a rage. If she says something like, "Oh, I have a boyfriend, I'm sorry" or "I'm not really interested in dating anyone right now," you might feel tempted to backpedal and act like you weren't actually asking her out. Don't do this. It will only make you look insecure. Of course, she might also say, "yes." This is great news, but you should still try to keep your cool. Don't start jumping up and down for joy. Instead, smile and say, "That's great! What time should I pick you up?" You don't want to give her the impression that you were convinced she would say no, even if you were. If you think you're not quite ready to go straight to asking her out, try suggesting doing something together that doesn't sound like going out on a date. This will give you a chance to spend time together, but will take some of the pressure off because it won't actually be a date. This will also give you a good chance to gauge her interest in you. When you are together, pay attention to the way she behaves. Is she behaving in a way that makes it seems as though she is interested? For example, is she making a lot of eye contact, laughing at everything you say, and casually touching your arm or your shoulder? If so, there is a good chance she is attracted to you. Asking to study for an important test together is a good way to hang out and do something productive without making it seem like it is a date.
Summary:
Avoid asking her in front of other people. Suggest something you know she will find interesting. Be gracious. Ask her if she wants to study together.