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Don't know what QR codes are or how businesses use them? Do not worry. In this detailed guide, we have covered the basics of QR code technology. We update our page frequently so don't forget to add us to your bookmarks.

What is a QR Code?

Quick response codes are a popular type of two-dimensional barcode. It encodes alphanumeric information. To decode it, you can use either a handheld scanner or even a QR code scanning application on your smartphone.

In fact, many smartphones like iPhone, Xiaomi, Motorola and Samsung now have an in-built QR code scanning feature in their stock camera application.

A Japanese company, Denso Wave Corporation, developed quick response codes in 1994. His role was in vehicle tracking and high-speed component scanning in the automobile industry.

QR Codes Uses

Since 1994, quick response codes have come a long way. In the smartphone era, these square shaped barcodes have found wide applications.

Some of these include inventory management, marketing and advertising, security, mobile payments, education and personal use.

Various industries are making great use of them. Statistics show that worldwide QR code scanning was rampant in 2018 and will continue to grow in 2019.

This means that their use is increasing every day.

QR codes are so easy to use that anyone can create and use them to their advantage.

Today, they are  commonly added to:

Business card to allow people to save contact details

Class material to engage and teach children

Print ads to allow readers to visit a website, register for an event, etc.

Mobile payment application for making transactions

Product packaging allows consumers to obtain detailed product information

Event or travel ticket to authorize entry and log in

wedding invitations to make things easier for guests

Invitation card to help guests get the location of the location on their phone's Maps app.