Q: 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.
A: 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.

Article: A gym membership will be your best friend if you plan on having a future as a professional model. Begin performing cardiovascular exercise like running, swimming, cycling, or aerobics in order to stay trim and healthy. Your goal should be to get your heart rate up, break a sweat, and maintain a steady pace for 30 minutes to an hour at a time.  To continue seeing progress and maintain your figure, you'll need to find time to fit regular exercise into your busy schedule.  Consider hiring a personal trainer to help you reach your fitness goals. Muscle-building exercises like weightlifting or calisthenics will also be necessary if you're interested specifically in underwear modeling. These activities increase your muscle mass and sculpt a more athletic looking build. Emphasize the parts of your physique that will stand out during photoshoots, like your biceps, triceps, abs, pectorals, and quadriceps.  Focus on high repetition, moderate intensity workouts, completing roughly 4-5 sets of 10-15 reps per muscle group.  Assuming you don't have access to a gym, you can still get your resistance training in at home by doing air squats, wall-sits, push ups, pull ups, crunches, and other bodyweight movements. Start making sound nutritional choices. All of the major food groups, including lean protein, carbohydrates, healthy fats, and fiber, should be represented in each meal you eat. Stick to the portion sizes recommended on packaged food products will help you avoid overeating.  When you get hungry between meals, snack on wholesome offerings like fruit, nuts, yogurt, and whole grains. That way, you won't be tempted to stuff yourself later on. Cut out overly fattening or sugary offerings, like fried foods, sweets, and alcohol. Not only are these types of items high in calories, they can also cause breakouts and other skincare issues. Get in the habit of applying moisturizer to your entire body daily. You'll be showing a lot of skin, so it's important to keep it smooth, supple, and properly hydrated. For your face, start using a nourishing face cream or mask designed to prevent wrinkles and blemishes.  Be sure to wear sunblock with a high SPF anytime you're out in the sunshine for extended periods. A good medicated lotion can be useful for protecting your skin from dryness and damage in colder climates. Sleep is essential for your overall health. A good night's rest will have you looking and feeling ready to take on the world. It also relieves stress and keeps your hormone levels normal, which will lower your chances of an inconvenient breakout.  Most people need between 6 and 8 hours of sleep every night to be at their best. If your busy schedule doesn't permit you to sleep straight through the night, try taking a couple short 15-20 minute naps throughout the day. Calvin Klein is famous for their sexy ad campaigns, where models are often shown posing in their underwear. This means that if you're lucky enough to land the job, you may be expected to wear revealing clothing. Try taking a little more off each time you pose for a photoshoot until it's no longer a big deal to rock your skivvies.  Embrace the way you look. Every body is different and beautiful in its own unique way. You don't have get undressed to have a shot at becoming the face of Calvin Klein. The company uses models to showcase many different clothing styles.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Do cardio 4-5 days per week to stay lean. Perform some form of resistance training 3-4 times a week. Get your diet in check. Take care of your skin. Make sure you're getting plenty of sleep. Get comfortable showing off your body.

Q: . When you paint your blinds, they need to be on a flat surface so you don't drip paint everywhere, which means you need to take them down. Alternatively, you may want to hang them up outside to paint to reduce the mess. Either way, you need to take them down from their indoor location. Usually, individual slats will unhook from the top. Some vertical blinds have a fabric insert, while others are just fabric on one side and vinyl on the other. If yours have the insert, pull it out before you start painting. You may need to slip a credit card between the slat and the fabric to get it going. If your blinds have been hanging up for any length of time, they likely have dirt and grime on them. Wash them with soapy, warm water. Dish soap works well for this purpose.  It can be easier to take them outside to scrub. Some blinds are machine washable. Check the tag to make sure yours are. Coil them together in a pillowcase, and put them in the washing machine with a few towels. Use the gentle cycle, warm water, and detergent. Before painting, your blinds will need plenty of time to dry. If they're fabric, you may want to let them dry overnight. Lay them out flat, and turn them over after a few hours so both sides can dry. For vinyl blinds, you can wipe them down to speed up the process. The blinds should be completely dry before you start painting.
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Take your blinds down Remove the fabric insert from fabric blinds. Wash your blinds thoroughly. Let the blinds dry.