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How to add QR codes to Google Sheets™

QR codes are useful in Google Sheets™ when you print reports, labels, checklists, or tracking sheets and still want instant access to online data.

  1. Open your Google Sheets™ file.
  2. Go to Extensions > Text To Table Converter > Open Sidebar.
  3. In the sidebar, open QR Code.
  4. Paste the URL you want to connect to the sheet.
  5. Click Insert QR Code.
  6. Position the QR code where it will remain visible when printed.

QR Code sidebar in Google Sheets™

QR code inserted result in Google Sheets™

  • Inventory sheets linking to product pages
  • KPI reports linking to live dashboards
  • Team checklists linking to SOP documents
  • Data exports linking to update forms
  • Scan test on both desktop printout and phone.
  • Verify sharing permissions on the destination link.
  • Keep the code away from dense table borders for better scan reliability.

Create QR codes directly in Google Docs™, Google Slides™, and Google Sheets™.