Ontario Public Library Guidelines, Section 7.1.3

QR Codes

What is a QR Code?

QR Codes are 2 dimensional graphics that store information such as a URL, phone number, or

contact info, and can be scanned, using a smartphone app.

Creating a URL QR Code

• www.the-qrcode-generator.com • In the URL field, enter the website address• Under the Options tab, choose the size of the

QR Code graphic• Under the Save tab, choose the format of the

graphic file

Sharing the QR Code• Under the Share tab, you are given the

HTML code to embed the QR Code in your website, or you can link to the Image URL for the QR Code graphic.