QR codes
What is a QR code?
QR (quick response) codes are barcodes which can be scanned by a mobile device camera. Scanning a code allows you to access the encoded details immediately – which may be a web page, message, video or a phone number.
How do I get a QR code reader?
Many mobile devices come with a QR code reader installed. If your mobile device doesn’t have one, you can find freely available apps on the web. Try www.mobile-barcodes.com/qr-code-software
How does it work?
Open the QR code app on your mobile device, point the camera at the code. Ensure the whole QR code is on the screen.
The app scans the code, and links to a website or displays a phone number, email address, etc.
What is State Library using QR codes for?
- You will see QR codes in the magazine collection on Level 2. Scanning these will link you to online issues of selected titles.
- The QR code located at the public computer terminals will link you to our Ask Us page, so you can contact a librarian by Instant messaging (IM), phone or web form.
- The QR code located at the PC booking stations on levels 1, 2 and 3 can be used to make future PC bookings.
- You will also see QR codes at the Information Desks and around the music collections/spaces. Scanning these will link you to sound recordings in the Classical Music Library database.
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