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How does electronic shelf label work?
Think of electronic shelf labels as a digital bridge between your business systems and the shelf. Instead of replacing paper tags manually, retailers can update thousands of labels from one central platform and keep store information synchronized in real time.
Behind the scenes, an ESL system works through three key components: a cloud management platform, in-store gateways, and electronic labels. When a price, product detail, or promotion changes, the update is sent from the platform through the gateway and delivered to the right label automatically..
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What software is required to manage electronic labels?
Minewtag provides a robust, cloud-based ESL management platform, along with a companion mobile app, for configuring and controlling your digital labels. The software supports centralized price updates, label template design, promotion scheduling, and real-time device monitoring. Whether you use MinewTag’s platform or your own, we provide the tools and support needed to ensure a smooth and scalable deployment.
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How can headquarters manage price displays across all chain stores at once?
Headquarters can centrally manage electronic labels across multiple stores through the ESL management platform. Product information and price updates can be uploaded in bulk via Excel files, or automatically synchronized through API integration with existing systems such as POS, ERP, and MES platforms.
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Can ESLs be integrated with POS or inventory systems?
Yes, Minewtag ESL system integrates seamlessly with point-of-sale (POS) and inventory management systems. Through well-documented open APIs, our platform can communicate directly with your backend, enabling real-time synchronization of pricing, product data, and stock levels. This ensures accurate shelf-edge information while minimizing manual effort and operational errors.
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Can the price display layout be customized for different product categories?
Yes. MinewTag ESLs support fully customizable display templates, allowing you to tailor layouts for specific product. Using our cloud platform or your own integrated system, you can adjust font sizes, colors, icons, and information fields—such as price, barcode, QR code, or promotional messages—so each category is presented in the most effective way for customers.
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Are there waterproof or outdoor ESL options available?
Yes. We offer ESL models that are IP-rated waterproof and can operate in low-temperature environments, making them ideal for areas such as refrigerated sections and frozen food displays. But they are not intended for outdoor use.