QR Code Usage Guide
Comprehensive guide to QR code usage areas, creation techniques and practical examples
What is a QR Code?
QR (Quick Response) code is a type of two-dimensional barcode developed in Japan in 1994. It can store much more information than traditional barcodes and can be read quickly.
Advantages of QR Codes:
- Fast and easy reading
- High data capacity (4,296 characters)
- Error correction capability
- 360° readable from any angle
QR Code Anatomy
QR Code Usage Areas
Website Links
Share website URLs with QR codes
https://nextotools.com
WiFi Connection
Share WiFi passwords with QR codes
WIFI:T:WPA;S:MyNetwork;P:password123;;
Phone Number
Share your phone number with QR codes
tel:+905551234567
Email Address
Share your email address with QR codes
mailto:[email protected]
Location Information
Share GPS coordinates with QR codes
geo:41.0082,28.9784
Payment Information
Share payment links with QR codes
Bank account details or payment links
QR Code Usage in Business
Restaurant Menus
Present digital menus to customers with QR codes
Benefits:
- Contactless menu
- Easy updates
- Multi-language support
Event Tickets
Simplify event information and ticket verification
Benefits:
- Quick entry
- Fraud prevention
- Digital records
Product Information
Share product details and user manuals
Benefits:
- Detailed information
- Video guides
- Customer support
Social Media
Share your social media profiles with QR codes
Benefits:
- Quick follow
- Multiple platforms
- Easy sharing
How to Scan QR Codes?
QR Code Reader Apps
iOS (iPhone)
The Camera app automatically reads QR codes. You can also use the QR code scanner from Control Center.
Android
You can use Google Lens, Camera app, or third-party QR code reader apps.
Create Your Own QR Code
Easily create customized QR codes with our NexToTools QR Code Generator tool.
QR Code Best Practices
✅ Do's
- Create QR codes of sufficient size (minimum 2x2 cm)
- Use high contrast (dark QR code, light background)
- Leave space around the QR code
- Test and make sure it works
- Add descriptive text ("Scan QR code for menu")
- Use mobile-friendly target pages
❌ Don'ts
- Don't create very small QR codes
- Don't use low contrast color combinations
- Don't deform or over-decorate the QR code
- Don't use very long URLs
- Don't write text over the QR code
- Don't target non-mobile-friendly pages