# Quick QR Generator | Shortcuts Library

> Turn images, files, contacts, calendar events, locations, URLs, or your WiFi into a QR Code

## What this shortcut does

Quick QR Generator
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Latest Updates
Introducing Stylised QR Codes 🤩 - new in 9.0
You now have the choice of
5 different styles
of QR Code:
Standard, Circle, Square, Slash, or Dot
.
All 5 styles can be
customised with colours, background images, and logos
.
More styles will be added soon…
Massive thank you to
@atnbueno
for his
incredible work
in making stylised QR codes possible!
Check out his
QR Info Shortcut
to learn more from him about QR Codes!
Overview
Turn various types of content into QR codes instantly. Whether it's files, contact details, calendar events, URLs, images, or your current WiFi network details, this shortcut is simple, versatile, and customisable.
Why have a boring, plain QR Code, when you can have a mini work of art?
Features
Multiple Input Types
Generate QR codes for:
Images
Files
Contact cards -
new in 3.0
Calendar events -
new in 3.0
WhatsApp contact links -
new in 3.0
Locations -
new in 5.0
URLs
QR Code Scanner -
new in 6.0
Current WiFi network details
Quick QR Generator Lite
Want a
lighter, faster-loading menu format
but with
all the same features
?
You can now download
Quick QR Generator Lite
directly from the
Settings menu
!
Download Quick QR Generator Lite
Image Vault and Logo Vault -
new in 8.0
Users now have the option to add a background image or a logo from two libraries of preloaded images.
Choose from optimised libraries of images and logos.
Images are stored in
JPEG-XL (JXL)
format for improved compression, faster loading, and better quality.
Choose online or download the libraries to your Files app (recommended).
Add your own background images and logos via the new
Settings
menu.
The libraries will be updated regularly with new images and logos to keep your options fresh and exciting.
Customise the Colour of Your QR Code -
new in 6.0
Customise the colour of your QR Code, its background, or both.
Use the integrated colour picker for endless options.
Brand new, improved colour picker -
new in 7.0
Add Logos to Your QR Code -
updated in 7.1
Dynamically coloured backgrounds automatically match your QR Code's background — whether white or custom -
new in 6.2
Users can layer their own custom logo.
You can also choose from a set of default logos provided -
new in 7.1
.
Users can select the logo size for overlays: small, medium, or large -
new in 6.2
.
New option to choose circular or square logos -
new in 7.1
.
Add a
shadow effect
to your logo for better visibility -
new in 8.3
.
QR Codes shown without and with the shadow effect
Image Handling -
updated in 8.2
Users must link an Imgur account to share images via QR Code.
Once linked, you can:
Upload
single or multiple images
Create
albums
to organize your uploads
Add
titles and descriptions
to images
Delete
previously shared images when no longer needed
Linking your Imgur account provides a significantly more
reliable
image upload experience. This method has been
tested extensively
and has
not failed once
.
Simple One-Time Setup
No previous knowledge of Imgur API settings is required—the built-in step-by-step process guides you through linking your account effortlessly.
Simply choose "Images" from the main menu to start the setup process.
Files
Converts files into QR codes using the free public API from
gofile.io
.
Files are uploaded securely and anonymously to gofile.io.
Files may be deleted after a period of approximately 10 days.
Contact Card -
new in 3.0
Share saved contacts as vCards via QR code.
Calendar Event -
new in 3.0
Create a QR code for upcoming events or new events to easily share details.
WhatsApp Contact Link -
new in 3.0
Create a QR code that lets users start a WhatsApp chat with a specific number.
Location -
new in 5.0
Share your current location, coordinates, or search for a location.
Create QR codes compatible with Waze, Google Maps, or Apple Maps.
QR Code Scanner -
new in 6.0
Scan an existing QR Code with your camera, or choose one saved in your Image Library.
Recreate the QR Code for further customisation, such as adding a logo or changing colours.
URLs
Instantly convert URLs into QR Codes
Exit Menu
Once you're finished creating your QR code, choose what to do next—share via SMS, email, WhatsApp, or start creating a new QR Code right away.
Known Issues
Transparent Backgrounds with Custom Colours:
Adding a transparent background to a QR Code that also has custom colours may cause issues with the functionality of the QR Code. You are advised to only add background images to black-and-white QR Codes.
Special Thanks
Massive thank you to
@atnbueno
for his
incredible work
in making stylised QR codes possible!
Check out his
QR Info Shortcut
to learn more from him about QR Codes!
@mvan231
and
@catify
for helping with logo overlay and sizing.
Tito for all his help refining, testing, and bug 🐞 squashing.
@dotdev
for the colour picker!
Mockups created using
Frame Screenshots
by
@atnbueno
.

## Compatibility

iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch

## Required apps

Files

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