Last week a teacher contacted me to see if it was possible to read QR codes with a Chromebook. I had never tried this myself, but I figured it was possible so I did some digging and found some reader apps for Chromebooks.
After I tried these out I can say it is definitely easier to read QR codes with tablets or phones. I found it a little awkward to line up the QR code sometimes, but these readers still worked on my Chromebook.
- Web QR– The website allows you to both create QR codes and scan them.
- QR Code Generator– This website allows you to create and scan QR codes as well as create videos using your webcam, screencast, and merge PDF files.
- Scan QR app– Simple app that will scan a QR code.
- QuickQR Code- Create and scan QR codes.
If you are looking for additional ways to create QR codes, check out Five Ways to Create and Use QR Codes in Your Classroom.
Applications for Education
QR codes can be used to distribute information to students or direct them all to the same page. They can be used for fun activities like scavenger hunts as well.
