What is Document Separation?
Document separation is the first step in the processing workflow after uploading a file to the Parashift Platform. Uploaded files are treated as batches (containers). Depending on your upload configuration, these batches can either remain single documents or be automatically separated into individual documents using specific criteria.
Without defined criteria, document separation must be done manually or by uploading documents individually.
Example: Barcode as a Separation Criterion
The Parashift Platform supports multiple automatic separation methods, including:
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Separation pages inserted between documents.
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Barcodes printed on each document's first page.
Configuring Barcode Separation
To use barcode separation, define a unique barcode pattern. It's essential that the barcode stands out from other barcodes to prevent separation errors.
Example barcode definition:
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Type: Code128
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Pattern: Starts with "INV" followed by 10 digits (e.g., INV1234567890)
Since several documents already get barcodes printed on them, it is important to stand out from the barcodes so as not to risk separation errors.
After defining your barcode structure, save this definition under Upload Configuration → Separation Settings.
Separation Workflow Diagram
Using barcode separation, your workflow could be:
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Documents arrive for processing.
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Apply your predefined barcode manually to the first page of each document.
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Scan the batch of documents.
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Parashift Platform automatically separates documents based on the barcode and proceeds with processing.
