How to Add a QR Code to Google Slides
Adding a QR code to your Google Slides deck lets your audience instantly access linked resources — a website, a feedback form, a video, or your contact card — without leaving the room or typing anything. It takes under two minutes to generate and embed one, and it works perfectly in both projected and shared presentations.
Step-by-step: adding a QR code to Google Slides
Common questions
Can I link a QR code in Google Slides so it's clickable too?
Yes. Select the QR code image, then press Ctrl+K (or Cmd+K on Mac) to add a hyperlink. In presentation mode, clicking the image opens the linked URL in a browser. This is useful when sharing the deck as a link rather than projecting it.
Does a QR code in Google Slides work in presenter mode?
Yes. In full-screen presenter mode, the QR code is displayed at the slide's full resolution. Audience members can point their phone camera at the projected screen and scan it just as they would a printed code. Make sure the code is large enough relative to the viewing distance.
What happens to the QR code when I share a Google Slides link?
When you share a Google Slides link (View only or Edit), the QR code image is embedded in the presentation and visible to anyone who opens the link. Recipients can also scan it directly from their computer screen if they have a phone nearby.
How big should a QR code be on a projected slide?
A general rule: the scanning distance should be no greater than 10× the QR code's printed or projected width. For a room where the back row is 5 metres away, aim for a code that is at least 50 cm wide on the projected screen — which translates to roughly 15–20% of slide width in Google Slides.