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How to use QR code?


QR (Quick response) code is a two-dimensional bar code. It is a black square pattern on a white background in which the text data are encoded.

It is usefull for transfering contact details or url's from computer screen straight into mobile phone with a camera and installed QR reader.


In order to scan the code with your phone's camera you have to install a QR code reader on your phone. You will need to install it just once.

Search the app store or market for QR code reader and install it. There are many available, most of them free.

Here are some most popular:
BeeTag
UpCode
mobiletag


  1. Launch the QR reader on your phone.
  2. Point the camera at the code on the monitor screen.
  3. The reader recognizes the data from the QR code and shows the details on the display.
  4. Now you can call the phone number, visit the website or save the details to your contact list.

QR code can basically contain any information. It can display plain text, contact details in a form of business card, location on a map or link to your website.

To create your own code is easy. Simply use Free QR code generator and have your code created within seconds.