Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Using QR Codes

QR Codes may be used for many different classroom applications, the most common is in creating a quick link to a website.  However, there are many other applications.

How to create a QR Code:

There are several web resources to create QR Codes.  My favorite is at qrstuff.com.  The site is easy to use, free, and not loaded with unwanted advertisements.  For a web link, simply paste in the desired address and the code will show up on the right side of the page.


Now click on the Download button below your new QR Code.  It will download as an image to your computer.  It may be inserted into a word processor document or printed out by itself.

As an alternative, here is a web link to another QR generation website.


How to Scan a QR code:

There are many free apps for smartphones and tablets to scan QR codes, available on the Apple and Android stores .  For a phone, I like a free app called i-nigma.  It is very easy to operate.  Make sure to 'allow' the application to connect to your camera though on your first use.

Here is a web link to a great QR scanner.  It is very quick and easy to use.  With the scanning application open, simply hold up the code in front of the camera and watch go to your desired link.