Troubleshooting guides
Practical, no-fluff guides for getting the most out of your QR codes and barcodes.
Aug 24WhatsApp QR Codes: Start a Chat with One Scan
WhatsApp is the default customer support channel in much of the world. A QR code gets someone chatting with you in one scan, no typing your number.
Aug 18SMS QR Codes: Pre-Fill a Text Message with a Scan
An SMS QR code doesn't send a text automatically — it just gets someone one tap away from sending exactly the message you need from them.
Aug 14GPS Location QR Codes: Drop a Pin Anyone Can Scan To
A street address can be ambiguous. GPS coordinates in a QR code point to one exact spot, and open directly in whatever maps app someone already has.
Aug 5QR Code for Your Resume: How to Add One Recruiters Will Actually Scan
A QR code on a resume can genuinely help you stand out — or look like a gimmick, depending entirely on what it links to and how it's placed.
Jul 27How to Test a QR Code Before You Print 500 of Them
A QR code that scans perfectly on your laptop screen can still fail once it's printed. Here's the checklist to run before committing to a real print order.
Jul 22Why Won't My QR Code Scan? 9 Common Causes and Fixes
Before assuming your printer or your customers' phones are broken, check this list — it's almost always one of a handful of well-known, fixable causes.
Jul 17QR Code Error Correction Levels Explained
This is the reason a QR code with your logo in the center still scans perfectly — and why some codes tolerate damage far better than others.