Updated  Aug 3, 2021, 2:07 PM EDT

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While QR codes do have specific use cases in the technological world, there are many things you can do with the technology. If you're looking to have a bit of fun with QR codes, here are eight things to try. What Are QR Codes?

The QR code had quite the hi-tech beginning–Toyota used them in their manufacturing process for scanning automobile components. From there, QR codes have made the journey to even fashion ramps. This transition demonstrates the technology's popularity, but not quite their usefulness. QR codes transport URLs very well. You can make them yourself easily, and you can read them just as easily with the functionality built-in to the camera app on many smartphones. You may say that QR codes are fads, some may say QR codes are awesome. At the end of the day, QR Codes are a tool, and with a bit of thought, QR codes can be used in fun and useful ways around the house too.

1. The Audio Fridge Door Note

Can’t get through to your kids? It’s time to ditch the fridge note and pick up a handy QR generator instead. Kids are more easily susceptible to technology and the novelty of QR codes with custom messages placed covertly in least-expected areas (like a messy cupboard, a lunch box, or on the video game console) could get their attention. By creating a shareable link to a voice recording, you can share this audio with a QR code. The QR code can be left on the fridge door or any other place. Of course, there are better ways to communicate, but this is a much more fun way to do so. 2. Sharing Wi-Fi

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