Malcolm Shackelford <mshackelford@fsu.edu>

Mon Nov 27 10:39:58 2017

Goal

We’d like to provide technical help to patrons via qr codes that link to how-to’s and other online resources. Patrons can scan the codes with their mobile devices and receive instruction about how to use the tech equipment available in the library.

Materials

  1. We’ll use 3" by 4" stickers from Avery for code printing: 

    https://www.avery.com/products/labels/5164

  2. Stickers will adhere to laminated 8.5" by 11" signs.

  3. The Marketing department will create the sign template according to established library sign guidelines.

Here’s an example sign. This is not the finished design.

example

Method

  1. Shorten a link to an online technical resource via http://bit.ly. Bit.ly’s service provides two advantages:

    1. generation of customized fla.st links

    2. click tracking so we can know if anyone is using the resources

  2. Create a qr code for this link at http://the-qrcode-generator.com. After creating the code, save it as an eps or svg for use in Adobe Illustrator. These are vector formats and will scale easily.

  3. Use Avery’s tools to place the code into the template and print.

  4. Place the code sticker onto the laminated sign.

Targets

Potential targets for qr code help include:

  • the KIC scanners (no online docs yet)

  • the Instruction Room AV equipment (Strozier only)

  • Microform Machines (supplement the paper guide)

  • Virtual Desktops (what software does each machine offer?)

  • Public printing (online docs from OBS exist)

  • ADA equipment?

  • Study room schedules/reservations