Advanced QR & Barcodes
Add scannable, dynamic tracking data to your ID cards.
Adding Scannable Elements
CraftMyID natively supports two primary types of scannable data visualization: QR Codes and Code128 Barcodes. These elements can be dragged onto your canvas from the left sidebar toolbar.
Dynamic QR Codes
When you add a QR code, you can define its "Data Value". This value is what scanners (like a smartphone camera) will read.
- Static Values: If you enter a standard URL like
https://bidhex.com, every generated card will have the exact same QR code pointing to that website. - Dynamic Values: The true power comes from dynamic mapping! Enter a value like
https://mycompany.com/verify/{employee_id}. When you run the Bulk Generator, the system will inject the specific employee's ID into the URL, meaning every printed card will have a unique QR code!
Code128 Barcodes
Barcodes are widely used in legacy scanner hardware (e.g., library checkouts, cafeteria POS systems).
Simply enter a dynamic field exactly as you would for text, such as {roll_number}. Our rendering engine will automatically transform that numerical or alphanumeric data into a standard Code128 barcode format during export.
Scanner Compatibility
To ensure maximum scannability across all hardware devices, we highly recommend keeping the barcode/QR color strictly Black, and placing them on top of a solid White background rectangle on your card design. High contrast is essential for rapid optical scanning.