Postal Barcodes Overview

A postal barcode is a series of long and short bars that represent ZIP Codes, ZIP+4 codes, and delivery addresses. The Postal Service uses automated equipment that reads the barcode to process and sort mail. There are different kinds of barcodes for different aspects of the mail, such as the purchase of extra services.

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