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QR codes make it easy to bring your printed memories to life. Transform static photobooks into interactive experiences by linking a printed page with their matching videos. As a photobook creator, you can easily add videos to your printed pages:
- Create a QR code that links to your video content
- Insert the QR code onto any photobook page during design
- Order, Print and Share your product
- Recipients can scan the code to instantly watch videos on their phone or TV
It’s that simple, your photos and videos together in one memorable keepsake. This process works on photobooks, cards, calendars, and any other printed item from Mediaclip.
How to guide to setting up QR codes for videos in photobooks
- To include videos in a photobook using QR codes, you need an uploaded video to a cloud storage service like YouTube, Dropbox, Amazon Photo or Google Photo, Apple Icloud and many more
- Generate a QR code linking to the video URL,
- Insert that QR code as an image within your photobook design or product.
- When scanned with a smartphone, the printed QR code will open the video for viewing on the user’s device.
Key points about setting up QR codes for videos in photobooks
- Upload video to a platform: First, upload your video to a platform where it can be accessed via a link, such as YouTube (can be set to unlisted), Google Drive, or a similar service.
- Generate QR code: Use a QR code generator online, like Mediaclip QR code optional to create a QR code linked to the video URL you obtained from the hosting platform.
- Add QR to Photobook:Import the generated QR code image into your photobook design software and place it on the page where you want the video to be accessible.
- Scan to watch: When someone scans the QR code with their phone, it will automatically open the video on their device, allowing them to watch the associated clip.
Benefits of using QR codes for videos in photobooks:
- Interactive element: Adds an interactive element to your photobook, allowing viewers to experience more than just static images.
- Space-saving: Since QR code are small, they takes up minimal space on the photobook page
- Accessibility: Most smartphones have built-in QR scanners, making it easy to access the videos.
Things to consider:
- Video hosting platform limitations: Check if your chosen video hosting platform has any restrictions on embedding videos with QR codes.
- QR code design: Ensure the QR code is large enough and visually clear to be scanned easily.
- Photobook software compatibility: Verify that your photobook design software allows you to add custom QR codes.
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