What is a Text QR Code? How Copy-Paste QR Codes Work
Text QR codes are made entirely of text characters and symbols. Copy and paste them anywhere without uploading images — a unique feature of OshiQR.
What is a Text QR Code?
Unlike standard image-based QR codes, text QR codes are built from characters like ■□ and emojis. Their biggest advantage is that they work anywhere text can be typed.
How They Differ from Image QR Codes
Where you can use them: Image QR codes only work where images can be embedded. Text QR codes work in emails, chats, source code, terminals — anywhere text is supported.
Convenience: No need to save or upload image files. Just copy the text and share instantly from any device.
4 Display Modes for Text QR Codes
OshiQR offers four modes: Compact (■□), Emoji, Half-block (▀▄), and Classic (██). Choose the best one for your use case.
How to Create a Text QR Code
Visit OshiQR and enter the URL you want to convert
Select a display mode and customize emojis or colors
Click 'Generate' then 'Copy as Text' — done!
Use Cases
- ✓Share on social media and messaging apps
- ✓Embed in email signatures
- ✓Add to GitHub READMEs and documentation
- ✓Display in terminal and CLI tool output
Things to Keep in Mind
Text QR codes display correctly in monospace font environments. In proportional font environments, they may appear distorted. For guaranteed scanning, use 'Save as Image' instead.
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