Decide which part of the ID stays fixed
Write down the first and last IDs, the number of distinct labels and how many copies of each you need. Use a prefix that describes the location or job and a number long enough for the range. In BIN-001 through BIN-024, BIN stays fixed and the three digits change. This makes a missing drawer or duplicate ID easy to spot.
| Job | Example | Print plan |
|---|---|---|
| Six matching cable pairs | NET-001 to NET-006 | Six distinct IDs with two copies of each |
| Twenty-four storage drawers | BIN-001 to BIN-024 | One copy per ID, in physical drawer order |
| Four shelf positions | S-07 to S-10 | Include both digits so 09 advances to 10 |
| Replace one damaged label | BIN-014 | Print only the missing ID using the original layout |
Use a printed list or a sketch of the physical layout if the sequence is easy to lose. Put one sample in place to check that it can be read from the normal viewing angle. For cables, leave room for the fold or overlap and use matching IDs at both ends.
Serialise a set on the Brother PT-E110
Create the base label in the appropriate mode. Brother documents serialising for Cable Wrap, Cable Flag and Faceplate as well as ordinary labels. Move the cursor to the character you want to increment. Then press Serialise, choose a quantity from 1 to 50 using the cursor or number keys and press OK. Start with a short run. For a job that needs explicit start and end positions across several digits, use the PT-D610BT or Editor workflow below. Brother PT-E110 serialising instructions
The PT-E110VP is the kit version of the machine. Its built-in serialising control is useful when you need to work beside a bench or cabinet. Check the tape and label mode before sending a full batch.
For regular cable labelling
Brother P-touch PT-E110VP
A handheld label maker with dedicated cable wrap, flag and faceplate modes. Sequential numbering helps when you need a set of matching IDs.
Keep in mind. Choose a compatible Flexible ID cassette for curved jackets. Check the adaptor, plug and tape included with the exact offer.
- Up to 12 mm TZe
- Cable wrap and flag modes
- Built-in manual cutter
Use the numbering option on a PT-D610BT
- Enter the first label with its complete identifier.
- Hold Shift and press Print to open the print options.
- Choose Number and confirm. Move the cursor to the first character to change, then confirm that start position.
- Select the last character in the numbering field and confirm it.
- Select the number of labels and print. Start with a small test run to check the first increment and readability.
This is the documented on-machine workflow for the PT-D610BT. Other models can place the controls in a different menu. Brother PT-D610BT sequential printing, Brother key sequence
Set numbering and copies in P-touch Editor 6
For a compatible computer and printer, put the full starting ID in a text object. In the label editing dialogue, select the digits to change and enable Numbering. Open the print dialogue and set the numbering Count for the distinct IDs. Set copies separately if you need each ID more than once. For six cable IDs with two copies per ID, the job should produce 12 labels. Check the output order with a short test before applying them.
When printing across a rollover, select the entire field. Brother’s example shows that selecting only the last digit in 099 produces 090 next. Selecting the whole number produces 100. Use the reset-to-original-values option if you want the template to retain its starting ID after printing. Brother Editor 6 numbering setup, Brother examples of numbering and copies
Match each printed label to its position
Keep the backing strips in sequence while the labels are loose. For drawers, apply them left to right on one row before moving down. For cables, keep the pair together until both ends are marked. Record the last applied ID and reprint any damaged labels individually so that an incomplete run can be resumed without creating duplicates.
Common questions
What is the difference between copies and sequential printing?
Copies repeat the same text. Sequential printing changes a selected field for each number or letter in the run. For two cable ends, you may need two copies of each serial.
How do I keep the zeros at the start of the numbers?
Type the full starting number, such as 001, and select all the digits you want included in the increment. Check a sample that crosses from 009 to 010 if your range reaches that point.
Can I number cable flags on a Brother P-touch?
Brother documents serialising in the PT-E110 cable flag, wrap and faceplate modes. Use the tape and dimensions specified for the chosen layout.
Why did my label change from 099 to 090?
In P-touch Editor 6, selecting just the final digit can cause that result because it wraps from 9 to 0. Include all three digits when you want 099 to become 100.
How do I reprint a missing label without changing the sequence?
Set a one-label run starting at the exact missing ID, or type it as a fixed label with numbering off. Check that the wording and orientation match the rest of the set.