Hi,
Regarding "carve QR codes onto stone plaques".
A few days ago a colleague from another institution asked me if it was possible to change a QR code cast from ceramics. The institution got a new website and they wanted to change the URL of the QR. Can't be done.
If you do choose to go along with the plan, use a URL redirecting service. This way, the QR will point to a "set in stone URL" (pardon the pun) but the destination URL will be whatever you want and will be able to change.
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From: Museums Computer Group [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Alun Edwards
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 11:24 AM
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Subject: [MCG] QR codes bad or good
Hi,
I remember when QR codes were hailed as the next big thing. Is that still the hive-mind's opinion?
I'm aware of security issues. Are QR codes future-proof so users can access them next year, or in 10 years...? Other issues?
A long time ago I shared a panel (and actually one of those 'Lost In Translation' weekends) at a museums' conference in Lillehammer with one of the inventors. However, at the recent UKMW no-one said anything about QR codes. Indeed if QR was mentioned people would pause to spit! I am about to consult with a project who plan to literally carve QR codes onto stone plaques, along with inscriptions which may prove to have more longevity?
Any comments about QR codes please?
Thanks Ally
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