# Animated QR Codes 'QR-Code' Lets Users Create Colorful, Animated QR Codes That Actually Scan By Joey Haar | Published 2016-09-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qrcode References: [boingboing.net](http://boingboing.net/2016/09/06/generate-artistic-animated-c.html) & [github](https://github.com/sylnsfar/qrcode) QR-Code is a program hosted on github and created by "sylnsfar," a Chinese user. The program allows any code-savvy user to create either a static or [animated QR code](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazer-remix-30th-anniversary-candy-bag) that contains an image file or GIF. However, rather than just being a gimmick, the [QR Codes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-friend) created with the QR-Code program will actually function just like any other graphic. Technically speaking, QR codes are matrix barcodes that contain some sort of information (commonly something like a URL.) They work by precisely placing black pixels on a white background in unique combinations. The codes created by QR-Code keep this system intact while including either [color or black and white images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a1art) that do not impede the QR code's ability to convey data. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Animated QR Codes:** Opportunity for creating dynamic and engaging QR codes that enhance user experience. - **Visual QR Codes:** Opportunity to incorporate images and colors into QR codes to make them more visually appealing. - **Enhanced Data Conveyance:** Opportunity to convey data while maintaining the functionality of QR codes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity for businesses to create visually captivating and interactive QR codes as part of their marketing campaigns. - **E-commerce:** Opportunity to use animated QR codes for product packaging, allowing customers to access product information in an engaging way. - **Event Management:** Opportunity to use animated QR codes for event tickets or badges, providing attendees with unique and visually appealing access passes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Custom QR Codes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-code-ai-20.md) - [Custom QR Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-styler.md) - [QR Code Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-fast.md) - [Dynamic QR Management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-code-developer.md) - [Artistic QR Codes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-artwork-directory.md) - [QR Code Managers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-shorty.md) - [Digital Gift Creators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gifts-qr.md) - [QR Code Builders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-builder.md) - [AI-Enhanced QR Codes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr-code-barcode.md)