QR code guides & playbooks

Field-tested tactics for every QR use case

Real advice on using QR codes in the wild: where to put them, how big to print them, what to link, and what changes once a code is dynamic. Written by the team that builds QRFLOW.codes, from real events, shops and museums, with sizes and distances you can check.

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Sep 28, 20268 minutes

Open house sign in sheet that people actually fill in

What to put on an open house sign in sheet, the five fields worth asking for, and how to replace the clipboard with a code visitors scan.

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Sep 28, 20268 minutes

Scavenger hunt ideas for kids, parties and the office

Twelve scavenger hunt ideas for kids, classrooms, parties and offices, with clue wording, print sizes, and hiding spots that still scan.

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Sep 28, 202610 minutes

QR code example for every situation

Practical QR code examples you can copy for sales, support, events, school, packaging, and more, with tips on what each code should open.

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Sep 27, 20265 minutes

MCP GitHub for developers

A plain guide to the MCP GitHub world for developers, from repo structure and contributions to where community help usually lives.

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Sep 27, 20268 minutes

Google Pay QR code payment: set it up and test it

Set up a Google Pay QR code payment flow, test it before print, and know when to use a custom QR instead of your app code.

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Sep 26, 20266 minutes

Shopify MCP: what each server does, and what it cannot do

Shopify MCP is several servers with different jobs. One serves documentation to your coding tool, others serve shopping agents, and none of them opens a door into your admin.

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Sep 26, 20264 minutes

Dog tag with QR code: smart pet ID that updates

A QR dog tag can show more than a phone number and, if the linked details change, you can update them without replacing the tag.

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Sep 26, 20268 minutes

QR code with logo in middle, design it to still scan

A logo in the center can work if you keep it small, add contrast, and test the printed code at real size before you order a batch.

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Sep 25, 20268 minutes

QR code for fundraising success

Practical ways to use donation QR codes at events, in print, and online, with sizes, placement tips, and the setup choices that matter.

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Sep 25, 20266 minutes

QR code logo size: we measured it 15,840 times

Most advice on logo size gives a number with no method behind it. We ran the test: 408 combinations, 60 codes each, and one result that contradicts the usual guidance.

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Sep 25, 20265 minutes

QR code marketing news: what actually changed

A plain update on the QR code changes marketers should actually care about, plus where newer code formats and tools fit real campaigns.

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Sep 25, 20268 minutes

QR code on food packaging: a new trend

Food packaging QR codes can show ingredients, sourcing, care tips, and more. This guide covers what to link, where to print, and what to test.

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Sep 25, 20267 minutes

QR code vs barcode: which is better?

QR codes and barcodes solve different jobs. This comparison helps you pick the right one for labels, packaging, menus, forms, and signs.

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Sep 25, 20267 minutes

QR code for inventory tracking that cuts count errors

A field guide to using QR labels in stockrooms, vans, and back offices, with setup tips you can copy before your next count.

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Sep 24, 20267 minutes

Do QR codes expire or last forever?

Some QR codes keep working for years, while others stop when the linked page, redirect, or subscription does. Here’s what decides their lifespan.

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Sep 24, 20268 minutes

QR code for headstones: share the stories behind the name

Planning a memorial QR code for a grave marker or plaque? Here’s what to link, what material to use, and how to make it hold up outdoors.

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Sep 23, 202612 minutes

How to make a QR code for a video

Make a QR code that opens your video on YouTube, Vimeo, or your own site, then print it at a size that still scans on real phones.

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Sep 23, 20265 minutes

Choosing an online QR code generator: 3 key factors

Picking an online QR code generator comes down to three things: what you can change later, what you can download, and what it costs after printing.

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Sep 23, 20267 minutes

What does QR code stand for and how does it work?

QR means Quick Response. Here’s what the name refers to, how the square code works, and why it beat old barcodes for links and phones.

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Sep 23, 20268 minutes

QR code for contact info

Make a code that saves your details to a phone contact card, print it at a scannable size, and know when you need an editable version.