France (at least all the places I've shopped) omits steps 6 & 7 because the scale has item lookup. Also if they see you're a clueless foreigner, they will have

France (at least all the places I've shopped) omits steps 6 & 7 because the scale has item lookup. Also if they see you're a clueless foreigner, they will have an attendant go label them for you while you're in line - keeping you uncomfortable so you won't screw up again.