BarTender’s Intelligent Templates™ allow one label file to adapt to different printers, paper sizes, or data sources. In 2022 R2, Seagull added:
First, let’s clarify the naming. BarTender 2022 R2 (Release 2) is a major iteration within the 2022 version family. It is not a completely new version number (like BarTender 2025), but rather a substantial update to the 2022 edition. Released in late 2022, it focuses on stability, security, and Intelligent Templates™.
Key identifiers of this version:
A point of confusion for many users: Does BarTender 2022 R2 require the cloud?
No. However, 2022 R2 is the first version where the Enterprise Edition includes a free license for BarTender Cloud (Basic tier). This hybrid approach allows:
Despite its stability, users have reported specific "R2" quirks. Here is how to solve them.
| Feature | macOS Monterey (default) | Bartender 2022 R2 | |--------|------------------------|-------------------| | Hide specific menu bar icons | ❌ (only reduce via System Prefs) | ✅ Full control per app | | Search hidden icons | ❌ | ✅ Instant search | | Keyboard shortcut to show hidden bar | ❌ | ✅ Customizable | | Trigger icons on mouse-over | ❌ | ✅ Yes (Bartender Bar) | | Apple Silicon native | N/A | ✅ Yes | | Custom menu bar layout order | ❌ | ✅ Drag and drop |
Pros (2022 R2):
Cons:
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (4.5/5) – Essential for power users.
Fix: The update likely changed your ODBC driver version. In BarTender 2022 R2, go to Administration Console > Data Sources > Re-enter credentials using "Windows Auth" instead of "SQL Auth".
Because of the enhanced security, R2 requires: