Insert a QR code

By embedding a QR code in a document, you can immediately see whether you're working with the most recent version of that document.

Written By Rico van der Stelt

1. Insert a QR code

  1. Select a PDF file.

  2. Click Add.

  3. Click Add QR Code.

  4. Drag the QR code to the desired location in the document.

  5. Click "Stamp QR Code."

💡 Tip: Select multiple documents to add a QR code to them all at once.

In the document overview, you’ll now see a black QR icon indicating that a QR code has been added.

💡 Tip: Is the QR code grayed out? That means the code was only added to an older version.

2. Remove a QR code

  1. Select the document.

  2. Click Add.

  3. Click Add QR Code.

  4. Select "Revoke QR Code."

3. Scan QR code

When you scan the QR code, you’ll see a green or red screen, depending on whether it’s the latest or approved version.

Is it the latest version?

Is it the most recently approved version?

Are there any previously approved versions?

Screen

Yes

Yes

Yes

🟢 Green

No

Yes

Yes

🟢 Green

Yes

No

No

🟢 Green

Yes

No

Yes

🔴 Red

No

No

Yes

🔴 Red

No

No

No

🔴 Red