What is a QR Code?
A QR Code is the abbreviation of Quick Response Code and is like a barcode. It was first designed for the automotive industry, but now has become popular in all kinds of markets. This is due to its fast readability and storage capacity. The QR code is a 2D design made up of little square symbols.
A QR Code can contain a wide range of information such as:
- Links to websites
- Contact information
- Product information
- Offer and Event Details
- Competition Details
- Coupons
- Links to social networking
- plus more…
QR Codes are usually scanned from your mobile/smartphone devices. There are numerous apps available for free via the itunes app store and andriod market place.
Some recommendations are:
iPhone: QRafter
Andriod: Barcode Scanner
Want to create your own QR Code? Google “QR Code generator” and you’ll have tons of options available. You can also manipulate the colour and graphics of your code of you want too!
So lets get our QR reader and smartphone and scan the QR above to enter our QR Competition!
