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A caption gives context to a code that might otherwise look like an unexplained square. Examples include “View the menu”, “Open setup guide”, “Message our team”, or “See the full programme”. The caption is part of the exported image rather than embedded in the QR payload.
Choose a concise action phrase and leave enough space around the code. The instruction should match the destination and should not suggest that scanning is required to claim a prize, payment, or sensitive benefit unless that claim is accurate.
How to use this tool
- Enter the destination or message.
- Write a short caption that accurately describes the next step.
- Generate the artwork, scan it, then export the labelled image.
Practical guidance
A printed QR code benefits from a label that tells people why scanning is worthwhile. Use a short instruction or destination cue rather than repeating a full URL that is already encoded. Examples include a menu, setup guide, feedback form, or product registration page. If the caption is long, edit it to fit the design instead of reducing the code itself until it becomes too small.
Checks before you use the output
Read the caption at the physical size people will encounter and make sure it does not touch the code’s quiet zone. Check that the words in the label match the destination. Downloaded image dimensions may include extra caption space, so assess the whole graphic in the final layout before printing or cropping.
Questions and answers
Does the caption change the QR data?
No. The caption is printed below the code; only the main data field is encoded.
Can I add a long paragraph below it?
A short line is best for printed use. Put longer instructions on the destination page instead.
Does the caption become part of the QR data?
No. The caption is printed under the QR symbol as visual text. The encoded payload is the value entered in the main field.