WHAT IS A QUICK RESPONSE CODE (“QR CODE”)?

Quick Respond or “QR” codes are used to allow smart phones to access websites with having to type in an internet address. Users open a QR Code Reader application on their smart phone and take a picture of the QR Code. The application reads the QR Code and automatically takes the user to the webpage.

HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN QUICK RESPONSE CODE (“QR CODE”)

Here is an easy way to create and save your own QR Code to put on handouts.

Step One: Go to goo.gl

Step Two: Insert the link you want to convert in the text box. (Be sure to start with http://)

Step Three: Click on the Shorten button.

Step Four: Copy the shortened link that appears to the right of the Shorten button and copy it into the address bar of your browser.

Step Five: Type .qr at the end of the link you just pasted in the address bar and press Enter.

Step Six: Right Click on the QR Code that appears and click Save Image As to save the graphic to your computer.