How do I make book spine labels from a catalog?

Export call number and title, set a tall thin size in the free label maker, map those fields, preview two books, then print. We do not connect to library software.

Do I need ZebraDesigner or a paid license?

No. Design in the browser and print with Zebra Browser Print, or export PNG, PDF, or ZPL. No desktop designer seat.

Can I print a whole list from Excel?

Yes. Map a column into text, a barcode, or a QR code, preview a row, then print the stack. The file stays in your browser.

How to make book spine labels from a catalog

Published: August 18, 2026 · 3 min read · How-to

Do this in the free app: app.mylabelmaker.com. No signup. Design the label, then print on a Zebra or download PNG / PDF / ZPL.

Open book spine template

Book spine sample from the free label maker — This is the book spine template in the free app. Open it and swap in your own text.

How to make book spine labels from a catalog: export call number and title, open the free label maker, set a tall thin spine, map {{call}}, print.

Good to know: We do not talk to your ILS. Export a CSV. Do not put patron names on a spine.

How to make book spine labels from a catalog

Export: call number, short title, optional barcode.
Open the free label maker. Custom tall size (for example 0.75x1.5).
Map {{call}} large. Add {{title}} if it fits.
Preview two books. Print the cart.

Classroom libraries

If you only have titles, skip the call number. Large title type on a small spine is enough for a bin.

Print or save

Zebra thermal: print from the browser with Browser Print at the printer’s DPI. Everyone else: download PNG, JPEG, SVG, PDF, or ZPL. JSON keeps the editable master.

Print the spine run

Call number from the catalog export.

Open book spine template