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QR Code - Free ShareX Tool

QR Code in ShareX — encode, decode, share. How this built-in tool works and how to configure it in the free, open-source Windows app.

ShareX QR Code Tool

ShareX includes a complete QR code encoder and decoder. Generate QR codes from text or URLs, and decode QR codes from images on your screen.

Encode — Creating QR Codes

  1. Go to Tools → QR Code → Encode
  2. Enter your text, URL, or any data you want to encode
  3. ShareX generates a QR code image instantly
  4. You can copy or save the QR code image

Decode — Reading QR Codes

  1. Capture a screenshot containing a QR code
  2. Go to Tools → QR Code → Decode
  3. ShareX reads the QR code and copies the decoded content to your clipboard

Supported Data Types

  • URLs (most common use)
  • Plain text messages
  • Contact information (vCard)
  • Wi-Fi network credentials
  • Phone numbers and email addresses

Tips

  • Ensure QR codes are clearly visible in your screenshots for reliable decoding
  • Generated QR codes can be saved as PNG for sharing or printing

Official References

Official project links

If you need the original docs, release files or project source code, go directly to the official ShareX resources.