Print & place QR codes
Download the hunt and object QR codes, print them clearly, and place them where the route works best.
In this article, you'll prepare the live QR set for the Treasure Hunt, choose the right QR for each placement, and place the printed codes in the venue with confidence.
Choose the right QR code
Treasure Hunts commonly use:
| QR code type | Best for | What it opens |
|---|---|---|
| Hunt QR code | Entry posters, welcome desks, campaign signage, or the first invitation to join | The full hunt |
| Object QR code | Individual stops, displays, clues, or sponsor areas | The object directly in its own context |
If your route is very location-specific, object QR codes are usually the better operational choice because they send participants straight to the correct object.
Print and place the codes
Open the share flow for the hunt or object
Use the hunt or object share controls to copy the generated link or download the generated QR code.
Do not rebuild the route manually. Use the links and QR codes generated for the hunt or object so the entry point opens in the correct context.
Export the right file format
Choose the format that matches the final use:
SVGfor larger print or design layoutsPNGfor fast digital sharing or smaller print jobs
If you need both, keep a named set for the production team so hunt and object codes do not get mixed up.
Label each code before printing
Give every printed file a clear purpose before it reaches the venue team.
For example:
hunt-entry-main-entranceobject-1-window-displayobject-2-stage-area
This matters even more for Sequential hunts, where placing the wrong code in the wrong zone can break the intended route.
Test the final printed sample
Scan a real printed version on the devices that matter most.
Check:
- scan speed
- contrast and readability
- whether the opened page matches the nearby sign or object
- whether sequential routes still make sense in order
Place the codes in the venue
Install the codes where the participant can comfortably see and scan them.
For Sequential hunts, place them in route order and label the route clearly. For Any Order hunts, place them where natural discovery makes sense without forcing participants into one path.
Placement tips
- Keep the main hunt QR easy to notice at the start of the journey.
- Place object QR codes close to the clue, display, or physical area they relate to.
- Avoid reflective surfaces or cramped angles that make scanning awkward.
- Keep enough empty space around the code in the final artwork.
- Re-test any code after it has been inserted into the final poster, vinyl, or sign layout.
Related
Object placement — QR codes in the venue
Plan the physical route before you create the final print set.
Touchpoint URLs & slugs
Understand the generated share links behind the hunt and object QR codes.
QR codes (download, design)
Use the wider Platform guide for export formats and general print advice.
Test the hunt
Re-run the participant journey once the printed set is in place.