July 01, 2024

If you haven’t yet figured out what to do when you see a QR code—those square grids you find on ads, signs, and even the pages of this magazine that promise additional information—don’t stress: They’re easier to use than you think.

Simply open the camera app on your phone and point it at the QR code. Wait a few seconds—and don’t take a picture. You’ll get a small popup you can tap to visit the web page or other content promised.

And if you’ve been snapping QR codes for years and are ready to make use of them in your business, learn more by—you guessed it—scanning this code.