DEV Community

Abdi Abyan
Abdi Abyan

Posted on

The Trends and or uses of QR Codes and NFC Tags?

QR Codes or NFC Tags?

What Are QR Codes?
QR codes are a versatile type of code that fulfills various functions, effectively replacing bar codes in numerous retail payment transactions. The inception of the first QR code system dates back to 1994 when it was developed by Denso Wave, while at the leading Japanese company, during their peak operation in Tokyo city.

Large sets of data can be stored by QR codes, which can be scanned by any phone camera. This enables users to easily access important information such as cost and location, making QR codes the top choice for quick information retrieval. The term “Quick Response” accurately describes these codes, as they are stored within square-shaped grid images. QR codes are an advancement from barcodes and are utilized by product manufacturers to track items throughout the supply chain. They are also employed to store comprehensive details about products, including sell-by dates.

Different Ways you use QR codes?
QR codes can be used in many different contexts that you may have not considered before.
QR codes Sticker Maker
QR Codes on Product pachaging
QR Code on Food Packaging
QR Code Brochure
QR Code on Flyer

Endless Possibilities
You can access restaurant menus online or obtain leaflet distribution data from your customers. Additionally, they can track the initial scan location through device location tracking. This valuable data can be utilized to identify customers who are interested in your business. The retail industry is frequently influenced by QR codes.

In the past, bar codes necessitated the pre-loading of data onto a portable device. However, QR codes have eliminated this requirement. Unlike bar codes, QR codes are more user-friendly as they can be scanned from various angles. Barcodes, on the other hand, are restricted to being read in a single direction from the device where the data is stored.

What the future may look like?
Soon QR codes will appear everywhere, even inside the digital realm, as virtual reality (VR) technologies become more mainstream. Players will be able to scan a QR code to start an experience or be instantly beamed to a location like an airplane passport.

Conclusion!
Businesses of all shapes and sizes will need QR codes as they replace bar code technology. In the UK crime figures show that shoplifting is a big problem. Barcodes are not able to be read through a security check-out point.

Top comments (0)