How to Create QR Code Online

Overview

A QR code (Quick Response code) is a type of barcode that can store information such as:

• Website URLs
• Text
• Contact information
• WiFi credentials
• Email addresses
• Phone numbers

Users can scan the QR code using a smartphone camera or QR scanner application.

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Step-by-Step Guide

1. Open a QR Code Generator Website

Use your browser and visit a QR code generator website.

Examples:

• QR Code Generator
• QR Code Monkey
• GoQR.me

These websites allow you to create QR codes for free.

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2. Choose the QR Code Type

Most QR generator websites provide several options:

• URL / Website
• Text
• WiFi
• Email
• Phone Number
• SMS
• vCard / Contact
• Location

Example:

If you want to create a QR code for a website:

https://example.com

paste the URL into the input field.

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3. Customize the QR Code (Optional)

Many websites allow customization such as:

• Changing colors
• Adding logos
• Changing QR patterns
• Adding frames or labels

Example:

SCAN ME

This makes the QR code more attractive and easier to recognize.

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4. Generate the QR Code

Click:

Generate QR Code

The website will instantly create the QR code image.

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5. Download the QR Code

Choose your preferred format:

• PNG
• JPG
• SVG
• EPS

PNG is recommended for general use because it is widely supported.

Example resolution:

1024 × 1024 px

Higher resolution is better for printing.

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6. Test the QR Code

Before sharing or printing:

1. Open your smartphone camera
2. Scan the QR code
3. Make sure it opens the correct content

This helps avoid broken links or incorrect data.

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Example Using JavaScript

The code in your screenshot generates a QR code dynamically using an online API.

Example:

function view_qrcode(id) {
    var path =
    'https://zxing.org/w/chart?cht=qr&chs=350x350&chl=' + id;

    document.getElementById("qrcode").src = path;
    document.getElementById("code").innerHTML = id;

    $("#modal3").modal('show');
}