QR Slide Show: How QR Codes can be Used for Image Galleries

Let’s say that you have a lot of pictures, a whole gallery’s worth, that you want to show to a specific audience. This could be wedding pictures you want to send to your guests, professional pieces for clients, or a number of other things. How do you show them without going to a professional printer? 

The solution is QR codes! It’s possible to create an image gallery with a QR code that you can then send to your audience on a post card, sticker, or whatever else, and allow them to view them easily. They can even save them to their own devices to keep!

In this piece I will go over how QR codes can be used to make and distribute image galleries, as well as some additional information and tips on how to get the most out of your codes. So let’s get started!

What is a QR code?

A QR code is a square image that contains data. This data is stored via small blocks, usually black and white, and can resemble a jumbled up chess or go board. This data can be scanned by a mobile phone, tablet, or other device, in order to access the data contained. 

These codes can be used to store tracking information, text documents, URL web links, images, videos, social media links, and so much more! Additionally, QR codes can be placed just about anywhere you could a simple image and still be scannable. This includes stickers, posters, fliers, advertisements, invitations, and even on screen in movies, TV shows, and video games.

How can you use QR codes with image galleries?

QR codes are capable of allowing people to access a number of images just through a simple scan. This way you don’t have to print out a whole photo album or send out a mass email with a URL link. 

Let’s say for example, you want to send out photos from a recent wedding. Instead of doing the examples above, you could simply send out a post card or letter containing the QR code. This will not only allow your guest to view the photos from the event, but also to download them on their own devices to maybe print or do whatever else they want to with them. 

How to make a QR code for an image gallery

While it is possible to make a QR code for an image gallery made on another site, like Wix or Imgur, below are the instructions for making a complete gallery with QR Code Developer. If you make a gallery with another site, then you can still make a QR code for it using the instructions in this piece: https://qrcodeveloper.com/blog/qr-code-url/

Step 1: In QR Code Developer, click on Create Code.

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Step 2: Select Image

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Step 3: Name your code and upload your images

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Step 4: Fill in landing page details. Provide a link if you have one

Optional: Click on the pencil icon in the Preview window to further customize the look of your code.

Step 5: Click Generate

Step 6: Test your code on multiple devices

Monitoring code usage

Monitoring code usage 

With the tools available on QR Code Developer, as well as other code generators, you can monitor the usage of any code you create. This can include how many times a code has been scanned, where it has been scanned, on what device, using what browser, and more. With these tools, you can figure out which codes are reaching the most people and where to focus any advertising efforts. 

With QRCodeveloper you can monitor:

  • Number of scans
  • Number of scans by operating system
  • Scans by browser
  • Scans by country
  • Scans by city
  • Scans by language
  • Unique scans

QR codes are a great way to share your photos with others, whether they be family, friends, an audience, or whoever else you would like. These codes make it so that you can share a number of photos without needing to get high quality prints or hire a professional. 

You can make your own QR codes right now with the free tools available from QR Code Developer. Get started today and join the exciting world of QR codes!

Spencer Pines

Spencer Pines

Spencer Pines is a content producer and journalist with a background in SaaS communications, digital storytelling, and tech reviews. With a career that began in his teens, Spencer has developed Read more...

FAQ

Do I need to hire someone to make my QR code?

No. QR codes can be easily made by yourself through a number of programs and services, like QR Code Developer.

Who can access my image gallery?

The image gallery you attach to a QR code can be accessed by whoever scans the code with a compatible device, like a phone or a tablet.

Do I need an app to scan QR codes?

No. Most modern cell phones and mobile devices are capable of scanning and accessing QR codes right from the built in camera app.

Are QR codes safe?

While it is possible to use QR codes for nefarious purposes, most are entirely safe to scan. Additionally, the built in security on most web browsers will block any threats before they happen.

How do I scan a QR code?

To scan a code all you have to do is open up the camera app on your device, point it at the code, and tap the link when it pops up.

Where can I put QR codes for my image gallery?

You can put your QR code anywhere you could a 2D image. This can include stickers, post cards, fliers, or posters.