Types of QR Codes
- Hyperlinks or URLs are one of the more common types of QR uses. When you scan these on an iPhone or Android device, your reader will decode the URL and you can click to open it in your default browser. Use a QR code to quickly direct people to your organization's website without requiring them to memorize the URL or wait until they get home to visit. You could even use a QR code to direct a viewer to a dynamic link such as a PayPal checkout page or to automatically "Like" your website on Facebook.
- Traditionally, mobile phones have been able to send contact information in the vCard format, but not all messaging systems accept vCard attachments. With a QR code, you can send your name, phone number, email address, website URL and physical address to others quickly. When your recipient scans the code with a reader, it appears as the contact information type and she can quickly add you as a contact. Consider adding a QR code to the back of your business card to provide your information electronically as well.
- If you wish to spread the word about your organization's fundraiser or a friend's birthday party, you can use a QR code to do so. This type or code supports the name, date, time, location and description of your event. If you post the code in a public place, many people can scan the code and add the event to their device's calendar. Alternatively, you could include it on an event invitation to help your friends and family remember special events.
- Today, many smart devices have access to Google Maps. You can use location QR codes to send coordinates to other people. Once someone scans this type of code, his application may allow him to open it with Google Maps or a similar installed map or GPS application. This method requires far less time and effort than memorizing directions or manually searching for directions on the Internet.
- Text type QR codes are one of the more basic codes. You can include a fun or silly message for your friends to decode or even use text QR codes to create a puzzle or scavenger hunt. SMS-type QR codes create an text message, filling in the recipient's phone number as well as text that you can edit before sending. You might consider using an SMS code to allow your customers to contact you with business inquiries. Lastly, you can allow visitors to easily connect to your Wi-Fi wireless network. When creating the code, enter your network type, SSID (name) and encryption key. Other users can use this information to connect to your network without having to manually enter complex, case-sensitive passwords.
Hyperlinks
Contact Information
Calendar Event
Geolocation
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