Programming languages of Zebra printers: ZPL, EPL and CPCL

Zebra Technologies is a leading manufacturer in the barcode printer industry, ZPL, EPL and CPCL are programming languages of Zebra printers. Many barcode printer manufacturers' printers are compatible with Zebra Technologies' languages .

ZPL is the language for Zebra industrial printer, EPL is the language for Zebra desktop printer. CPCL is the language for portable printers.

If you use these programming languages to edit a printing instruction set and send it to the barcode printer, the barcode printer will print.

1．ZPL（Zebra Programming Language）

Zebra Technologies is a manufacturer of thermal bar code label and receipt printers, RFID smart label printer/encoders, card and kiosk printers. Zebra Technologies was founded in 1969 and is based in Lincolnshire, Illinois.

2．EPL（Eltron Programming Language）

Eltron International designs, manufactures and markets high-quality, low-cost barcode label and plastic card printers, secure card printing systems, ribbons, self-adhesive labels and related accessories throughout the world.

In 1998, Zebra Technologies acquired technology hardware company Eltron International.

3．CPCL（Comec Printer Control Language）

Comtec Information Systems, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer, and supporter of innovative portable wireless thermal printing solutions.

In 2000, Zebra Technologies acquired technology hardware company Comtec Information Systems for 90M USD.