The best way to generate QR codes for asset tags in bulk depends on your preferred tools and technical expertise. Here are a basic, most simple three methods:
Using Online QR Code Generators with Bulk Uploads
Several online tools allow you to upload a CSV file and generate multiple QR codes at once. Here are some popular ones: QR Code Monkey (supports batch generation), GoQR.me (has a bulk option), QRStuff.com
- Prepare a CSV file with asset information (e.g., asset ID, name, URL).
- Upload the file to the generator.
- Download the generated QR codes as PNGs, PDFs, or SVGs for printing.
Using Excel + QR Code Add-Ins
In Excel, you can use add-ins to create QR codes directly.
- Install the QR4Office add-in (Microsoft Store).
- Use formulas like =IMAGE("https://api.qrserver.com/v1/create-qr-code/?data=" & A2 & "&size=100x100") to generate QR codes dynamically.
Using Google Sheets + Google Apps Script
Google Sheets can generate QR codes
- using a simple formula: =IMAGE("https://chart.googleapis.com/chart?chs=150x150&cht=qr&chl=" & A2)
- This auto-generates a QR code for each asset ID in column A.