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QR Codes & Scanning

Stockaj generates unique QR codes for every item and variant, enabling rapid identification and check-in/check-out workflows.

QR Code Format​

Stockaj QR codes use a proprietary format:

STK:1:i:<uuid>    — for Items
STK:1:v:<uuid>    — for Variants (serial numbers)
STK:1:c:<uuid>    — for Renters (contacts)

This format ensures codes are unique and can be instantly recognized by the Stockaj scanner.

Renter QR Codes​

Every renter in your contacts also has a unique QR code, available from their renter profile. Scanning a renter code in the kiosk or scanner will bring up that renter's profile and their active rentals — making check-out and check-in faster when you identify by person rather than by item.

To access a renter's QR code:

  1. Go to Contacts → Renters and open any renter profile.
  2. The QR Code section of their profile shows their unique code.
  3. Download or print it to attach to a membership card, folder, or badge.

Generating QR Codes​

Single Item QR Code​

Every item and variant automatically has a QR code visible on its dashboard page. You can download or print it directly.

Bulk QR Generation​

To generate QR codes for multiple items at once:

  1. Go to Inventory → Items.
  2. Select the items you want QR codes for.
  3. Click Bulk QR or navigate to the QR Codes → Bulk Generate page.
  4. Configure your label layout.
  5. Download or print the QR code sheet.

The bulk QR code generator showing a preview of QR code labels ready for printing

Label Printing​

Stockaj includes a built-in Label Printer that generates professional labels with QR codes.

Using the Label Printer​

  1. Navigate to Labels → Print or select items and choose Print Labels.
  2. Select a Label Template (or use the default).
  3. Preview the labels.
  4. Print directly or download as PDF.

Label Templates​

You can create custom label templates under Settings → Label Templates:

  • Define label size and layout
  • Choose which fields to display (name, code, category, etc.)
  • Include your organization's branding
  • Set up templates for different label printers

The label template editor showing layout configuration options

QR Scanner​

The built-in scanner turns any device with a camera into a scanning station.

Using the Scanner​

  1. Navigate to Scanner from the sidebar or go to /scanner.
  2. Point your camera at a Stockaj QR code.
  3. The scanner instantly identifies the item or variant and shows:
    • Item details (name, category, quantity)
    • Current rental status
    • Renter information (if on rent)

The QR scanner interface with camera feed and scan result panel

Kiosk Mode​

For dedicated scanning stations (e.g., at a warehouse entrance), use the Kiosk page (/kiosk):

  • Optimized for continuous scanning
  • Large, clear display of scan results
  • Designed for tablet or desktop use
  • Configurable button styles
tip

The scanner also accepts regular barcodes and custom codes — not just Stockaj QR codes. If an item has a barcode in its Code field, scanning that barcode will find the item.

Scanning via the API​

For custom integrations, you can use the Kiosk API endpoints to scan codes programmatically.