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Helpful Articles for Using Bodno Software

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Laptop displaying Bodno software tutorial for fixing 'Invalid Print Job' error in ID card printing

How to Fix the "Invalid Print Job" Error in Bodno Software

Posted:   December 23, 2025
Author:   Jack Travel

Encountering an "Invalid Print Job" error in your Bodno software? This issue commonly occurs when there’s a miscommunication between your printer, software,...

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Bodno Free Trial

Bodno Free Trial

Posted:   March 18, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

Where Can I Find the Free Trial? The Bodno ID Card Software for PC and Mac is an extensive, versatile...

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School ID card used for attendance, library and cafeteria access

Multipurpose School ID Cards

Posted:   August 23, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

Almost all of the schools in the United States use photo ID cards for their students, teaching staff, and other...

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Bodno software frozen on screen during a card print job

Bodno Software Keeps on Freezing and Not Working

Posted:   September 13, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

It can be incredibly frustrating when a software that you find infinitely useful freezes or refuses to boot. Occasionally this...

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Bodno software manual open for reference

Where Can I Find the Bodno Software Manual?

Posted:   October 4, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

Bodno ID card software is the ultimate tool to design and print identity cards in a much simple and user-friendly...

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Bodno log file being created for troubleshooting a print issue

How To Create A Bodno.log File

Posted:   December 3, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

To create an application .log file, please do the following steps:With Bodno closed, go to your computer's My Documents folder...

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Cardholder records being entered into the document internal database

How To Use The Document Internal Database

Posted:   December 6, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

To use the document Internal Database, please execute the following steps:Click the Connect to database button to connect to the...

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Password protection dialog securing a Bodno card design document

Document Password Protection

Posted:   December 16, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

In this technote, it will show how to enable the “Document Password Protection”.First, you need to open your design and then...

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Evolis Zenius single-sided ID card printer

Answering the Common FAQs about Evolis Zenius ID Card Printer

Posted:   December 15, 2019
Author:   Jack Travel

Evolis Zenius is one of the most user-friendly and cost-effective ID card printers out there. The single-sided printer is compact,...

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Excel spreadsheet linked to a card design for automatic data entry

How To Connect To An Excel DB

Posted:   January 7, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

To connect to an Excel database, click in Connect to database button. Select the Direct Excel File Driver option. Browse...

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How To Troubleshoot Printing Issues

How To Troubleshoot Printing Issues

Posted:   January 8, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

Please ensure that you have the correct printer model selected under File > Print Settings and that theselected entry is...

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Windows print queue showing a blocked card printer being cleared

How To Unblock a Blocked Printer

Posted:   January 9, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

At the program startup, Bodno is enumerating all the devices that can be used, like printers, webcams and others.If for...

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Bodno licence recovery screen on a Windows computer

How To Recover A Bodno License On Windows

Posted:   January 12, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

In this technote we will teach you how to recover Bodno License on Windows.Please update Bodno to the latest version...

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SQL Server connection settings being configured for card data

How To Connect To A SQL Server DB

Posted:   January 14, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

To connect SQL Server DB to cardPresso please click in the Connect to Database button and choose ODBC connection.  ...

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Malformed print job error shown when printing to a Fargo printer from Bodno

Getting Malformed Print Job Error with Bodno Software Using a Fargo Printer?

Posted:   February 7, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

To configure printer’s permissions to have the printer correctly available and detected on the system please follow the next steps:...

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Different ID card design applications shown on screen

A Look at the Different Types of ID Card Software

Posted:   July 22, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

Choosing the right ID card software is just as important as selecting the right ID card printer for producing your...

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Cardholder records stored in the Bodno internal database

How To Use The Bodno Document Internal Database

Posted:   September 23, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

To use the document Internal Database, please execute the following steps: Click the Connect to database button to connect to...

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Windows printer permissions dialog for granting card printer access

How To Give Printer's Permissions on The System

Posted:   September 23, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

To configure printer’s permissions to have the printer correctly available and detected on the system pleasefollow the next steps: 1...

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Windows printer settings open to remove an ID card printer driver

How To Remove Printer Drivers on Windows

Posted:   September 23, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

These steps can work with all kinds of printer models.First go to your Windows cmd and type “printui /s”, then...

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Batch file script set up to automate repeat ID card print runs

Auto-Print Commands and *.bat File Creation

Posted:   September 24, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

Auto-Print Feature One of the advanced print features that can be used with Bodno is the Auto-Print, which provides the...

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Bodno log file being generated for support diagnostics

How To Create a Bodno.log file

Posted:   September 25, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

To create an application .log file, please do the following steps:With Bodno closed, go to your computer's My Documents folder...

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Windows command line window used to send a card print job

How To Print From The Command Line and *.bat File Creation

Posted:   September 29, 2020
Author:   Jack Travel

Bodno also offers the possibility to send print jobs through the Windows Command Prompt (cmd.exe) or an external application/file capable of...

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ID card design software being evaluated on screen

Things to Consider When Choosing ID Card Printer Software

Posted:   February 9, 2021
Author:   Jack Travel

ID card software is one of the core components of your ID card printing program. It allows you to design,...

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Code 39, Code 128, QR and Data Matrix barcodes shown side by side

Different Types of Barcodes and Their Uses

Posted:   March 25, 2021
Author:   Jack Travel

Barcoding started being commercially used in the early ‘70s. It is an efficient and effective way to retrieve data without...

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ID photo being taken against a plain background for a badge

Tips For Taking Great ID Card Photos 

Posted:   August 26, 2021
Author:   Jack Travel

You may bury your driver’s license in your wallet if you do not like your photo on the driving license....

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Programmed and blank non-programmed access cards shown side by side

Understanding The Differences Between Programmed And Non-programmed Cards 

Posted:   October 25, 2021
Author:   Jack Travel

With the evolution of ID cards, more and more businesses are in search of efficient ways to manage and program...

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ID card design software open on screen with a badge layout in progress

Finding The ID Card Software That Is Right For You 

Posted:   December 13, 2021
Author:   Jack Travel

There are many types of ID card software available and each of them falls into one of three levels, entry-level,...

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Employee photo being cropped and adjusted for an ID badge layout

Optimizing ID Card Employee Photos 

Posted:   February 14, 2022
Author:   Jack Travel

A quality photo of the ID card holder is essential to ensure an efficient ID card security program. A good-quality...

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Card design software linked to a database of cardholder records

How To Integrate ID Card Printing Software With Your Existing Database

Posted:   April 14, 2023
Author:   Jack Travel

ID card software is an important part of any ID card printing system. ID card software's primary function is to...

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Professional ID card layout being built in card design software

How To Design Professional-Looking ID Cards With Card Printing Software?

Posted:   May 15, 2023
Author:   Jack Travel

If you are a company owner, you will always want ID badges with a professional appearance that represents your company...

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Bodno software editions compared, from barcode support to smartcard encoding

A Comprehensive Guide to Bodno's Card Printing Software Levels

Posted:   January 15, 2024
Author:   Jack Travel

Are you navigating the vast world of card printing software and finding it challenging to determine which version is the...

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Bodno software edition upgrade screen showing available licence tiers

How to Upgrade Your Bodno Software at Any Time

Posted:   February 17, 2024
Author:   Jack Travel

Upgrading software is an essential aspect of maintaining optimal performance and functionality. Whether it's for productivity software, security tools, or...

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ID card designs for businesses, schools, and healthcare users with Bodno printer software

How to Optimize ID Card Designs for Different User Groups

Posted:   September 16, 2024
Author:   Jack Travel

ID cards play a crucial role in modern organizations, serving as tools for identification, access control, and security. However, the...

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Bodno license activation screen showing suspended status, USB dongle prompt, and verify online button

Bodno Software: Transitioning from USB Dongles to Activation Codes

Posted:   January 1, 2023
Author:   Jack Travel

Check Your Bodno License Status To easily verify your current Bodno license details, please visit our dedicated status-checking page: 👉...

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ID card printer with Bodno software and sample ID cards for secure identification design

How to Design an Effective ID Card with Bodno Software and Magicard Printers

Posted:   November 15, 2024
Author:   Jack Travel

Designing professional ID cards in-house has never been more accessible with top-tier dye-sublimation printers like Magicard and user-friendly software solutions...

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Seasonal promotions guide: Use ID cards for holiday marketing with Bodno logo

Seasonal Promotions: How to Use ID Cards for Holiday Marketing

Posted:   December 20, 2024
Author:   Jack Travel

The holiday season is a prime opportunity for businesses to boost engagement, attract customers, and drive sales. While traditional marketing...

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Manage fonts in Bodno ID card software with font selection menu displayed on screen

How to Manage Fonts in Bodno Software

Posted:   June 17, 2025
Author:   Jack Travel

Choosing the right font can significantly enhance your ID card designs in Bodno software. Fortunately, Bodno conveniently uses all fonts...

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Unlock powerful features by upgrading your Bodno plan. Whether you're using Standard, Bronze, or Silver — take your ID card design to the next level with advanced templates, database integration, and encoding tools.

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FAQ

01 Can I use Bodno Edition software on multiple computers?

Yes, you can install Bodno Edition software on multiple computers, but it can only run on one at a time. To switch computers:

  • Open Bodno software, go to "BOD" → "Bodno License" → "Activation Code."
  • Click "Deactivate" to free up the license for the new computer.
  • Activate the software on the new computer.

For simultaneous use on multiple computers, you can purchase additional licenses. Learn more here.

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