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Two-dimensional code Two-dimensional bar code The common QR code is QR Code QR, short for Quick Response, is a coding method. It can store more information and represent more data types than the traditional Bar Code.
Two-dimensional bar code (2-dimensional bar code) is a black and white graph that records data symbol information distributed in a plane (two-dimensional direction) according to a certain law with a specific geometric graph. In the code formulation, the clever use of the concept of "0" and "1" bit stream that constitute the logic basis of the computer, the use of a number of geometric forms corresponding to the binary to represent the text value information, and the automatic reading of the image input equipment or photoelectric scanning equipment to achieve automatic information processing: it has some commonalities of the bar code technology: each code system has its own specific Character set ; Each character occupies a certain width; It has a certain verification function. At the same time, it also has the function of automatic recognition of different lines of information and processing of graph rotation change points. [1]
Chinese name
Two-dimensional code
Foreign name
Quick Response Code
alias
Two-dimensional bar code
Common type
Stacked QR code, matrix QR code
Common marketing methods
Scan code payment, marketing, e-commerce platform
Main feature
Large amount of information, easy to identify, low cost
Scope of application
Commercial activity , Network link , information reading
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Record information

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Foreign research on two-dimensional code technology began in the late 1980s, and a variety of two-dimensional code symbol representation technologies have been developed Code system Common ones are PDF417, QR Code, Code 49, Code 16K, Code One and so on. The information density of these two-dimensional codes is greatly improved than the traditional one-dimensional code, such as the information density of PDF417 is more than 20 times that of the one-dimensional code CodeC39. In terms of two-dimensional Code standardization research, the International Association of Automatic Identification Manufacturers (AIM) and the American Standardization Institute (ANSI) have completed the symbol standards for PDF417, QR Code, Code 49, Code 16K, Code One and other code systems. International Standards Technical Committee and International electrotechnical commission Also established Bar code The Technical Committee for Automatic Identification (ISO/IEC/JTC1/SC31) has developed an international standard for QR Code (ISO/IEC 18004: 2000 "Automatic Identification and Data Acquisition Technology - Barcode symbol Technical specification - QR Code"), drafted the draft ISO/IEC standards for PDF417, Code 16K, Data Matrix, Maxi Code and other two-dimensional codes. in Two-dimensional code device In terms of development and production, America , Japan The reading equipment and symbol generation equipment produced by equipment manufacturers in other countries have been widely used in various two-dimensional code application systems. As a new technology of information storage, transmission and recognition, two-dimensional code has attracted the attention of many countries in the world since its birth. The United States, Germany, Japan and other countries have not only applied two-dimensional code technology to the management of various documents by public security, foreign affairs, military and other departments, but also applied two-dimensional code to the management of various statements and bills by customs, tax and other departments. The management of commodities and goods transportation in commercial and transportation departments, the management of postal parcels in postal departments, and the automation management of industrial production lines in industrial production fields.
China's research on two-dimensional code technology began in 1993. China Article coding Center The technical specifications of several commonly used two-dimensional Code PDF417, QRCCode, Data Matrix, Maxi Code, Code 49, Code 16K and Code One are translated and tracked. With the continuous improvement of China's market economy and the rapid development of information technology, the domestic demand for two-dimensional code this new technology is increasing. China article coding center in the original State Bureau of Quality and Technical Supervision With the strong support of relevant state departments, the research on two-dimensional code technology continues to deepen. On the basis of digesting relevant foreign technical data, two national standards for two-dimensional code are formulated: two-dimensional code grid Matrix code (SJ/T 11349-2006) and two-dimensional code compact matrix code (SJ/T 11350-2006), thus greatly promoting the Chinese Independent intellectual property Research and development of two-dimensional code technology.
On August 3, 2016, the Payment and Clearing Association issued the "Code of Barcode Payment Business" (draft for comments) to payment institutions, which clearly pointed out the security standards that payment institutions need to follow to carry out barcode business. This was halted by the central bank in 2014 two-dimensional barcode payment After the first official recognition of QR code payment status. [2]
On December 23, 2021, Shanghai Metro "brushed" into the autonomous region for the first time, and realized interconnection with the QR code of the rail transit in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia. Shanghai citizens use" Metro Metropolitan The App makes it easy to ride Hohhot Metro , while Hohhot The public can use the" Qingcheng Metro App convenient to ride the Shanghai subway, no longer need to download two subway travel apps, more "light" convenience. At this point, Shanghai Metro "Metro Metropolis" and the country, including the Yangtze River Delta region, as well as Beijing, Tianjin, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Lanzhou, Hohhot and other 17 urban rail transit to achieve connectivity, covering more than one-third of the domestic metro cities. [8]

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The two-dimensional code
Basic interpretation :
Two-dimensional bar codes can express information in both horizontal and vertical directions at the same time, so they can express a large amount of information in a small area. [2]

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Feature
Feature
Specific role
Information acquisition
Calling card , map , WIFI Password, data
Website jump
Skip to... microblog , mobile website, WEBSITE
Advertising push
Users scan codes and directly browse video and audio advertisements pushed by merchants
Cell phone Electronic business
Users scan codes and place orders directly on mobile phones
Users scan the code, you can view the production place; At the same time, the background can obtain the final consumption place
Special promotion
User scan code, download e-coupon , prize draw
Membership management
Users get e-membership information and VIP services on their mobile phones
Scan product QR code through bank or Third-party payment Provide the mobile terminal channel to complete the payment
Account login
Scan the QR code to log in to each website or software

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According to principle

Matrix two-dimensional code principle
in CODE Skillfully use the "0" and "1" that form the basis of the internal logic of the computer. Bit stream The concept of using several with Binary system corresponding geometry Form to represent text value information, by image Input device or photoelectric scanning device automatically read to achieve Message Automatic processing. In many types of two-dimensional barcodes, the commonly used code systems are: Data Matrix, MaxiCode , Aztec, QR Code , Vericode, PDF417 , Ultracode, Code 49 , Code 16K Etc., QR Code code is 1994 by Japan Invented by DW Corporation. QR from English The abbreviation "Quick Response" comes from the hope of the inventor QR code Allows its contents to be decoded quickly. QR codes are most commonly found in Japan, Korea ; It is currently the most popular two-dimensional space in Japan Bar code . But the security of QR codes is also being challenged, with malware and virus Is becoming a stumbling block on the road to the popularization of two-dimensional codes. Developing and preventing the abuse of QR codes is becoming an urgent problem to be solved.
each Code system Has its specific character set; each character Occupy a certain width; Have certain verify Feature Let's wait. At the same time, it also has the features of automatic recognition of different lines of information and processing of graphic rotation changes.
Two-dimensional code is a more advanced bar code format than one-dimensional code. One-dimensional codes can only express information in one direction (generally horizontal), while two-dimensional codes can be stored in both horizontal and vertical directions Message . One-dimensional codes can only be composed of numbers and letters, while two-dimensional codes can store information such as Chinese characters, numbers and pictures, so the application field of two-dimensional codes is much wider.
Two-dimensional barcode/two-dimensional code can be divided into stacked/row type two-dimensional barcode and matrix type two-dimensional barcode. Stacked/row type 2D bar codes are morphologically truncated by multiple lines One-dimensional bar code Stacked; Matrix bar code is composed of a matrix in the form of a "point" in the position of the corresponding element of the matrix Binary system "1", with "empty" to represent the binary "0", "dot" and "empty" arrangement to form the code. [3] The principle of QR code can be obtained from matrix The principle of two-dimensional code and the principle of determinant two-dimensional code to tell.
Stacked/row type
Common two-dimensional code
Stacked/row type two-dimensional bar code is also known as stacked two-dimensional bar code or layer type two-dimensional bar code), its coding principle is based on one-dimensional bar code, stacked into two or more lines as needed. It inherits some characteristics of one-dimensional bar code in coding design, checking principle, reading mode, etc. The reading equipment is compatible with barcode printing and one-dimensional bar code technology. However, due to the increase of the number of lines, it is necessary to judge the lines, and its decoding algorithm is different from software It's not exactly the same as a one-dimensional bar code. Representative row type 2D Bar code Yes: Code 16K, Code 49 , PDF417 , MicroPDF417, etc.
Matrix QR code
Two-dimensional code structure
matrix Two-dimensional barcode (also known as checkerboard two-dimensional barcode) it is encoded in a rectangular space through the different distribution of black and white pixels in the matrix. In the position of the corresponding element of the matrix, the appearance of points (square points, round points or other shapes) represents the binary "1", the absence of points represents the binary "0", and the arrangement and combination of points determine the meaning represented by the matrix two-dimensional bar code. Matrix 2D barcode is built on Computer image processing A new type of graphic symbol automatic reading processing code system based on technology and combinatorial coding principle. Typical two-dimensional Matrix barcodes are: Code One, MaxiCode, QR Code, Data Matrix, Han Xin Code, Grid Matrix, etc.
Common code systems are: PDF417 2D barcode Datamatrix 2D barcode, QR Code, Code 49, Code 16K, Code one, etc., in addition to these common 2D barcodes, There are also Vericode barcodes, Maxicode barcodes, CP barcodes, Codablock F barcodes, field codes, Ultracode barcodes and Aztec barcodes.

By business

Two-dimensional code applications can be divided into two categories according to different business forms: read and main read.
Read business
The platform will pass the QR code MMS (MMS) Send it to the user's mobile phone, the user takes the mobile phone to the scene, and scans the mobile phone through the two-dimensional code machine for content recognition. After the application party encrypts the business information and prepares the two-dimensional code image, the two-dimensional code is sent to the user's mobile terminal through SMS or MMS. The user can read and authenticate the two-dimensional code image on the mobile terminal through the special reading device located in the service network, which can be used as the certificate of transaction or identity identification to support various applications.
Primary read services
Users install QR codes on their phones client Use mobile phones to photograph and identify two-dimensional code pictures printed on media, newspapers, etc., obtain the contents stored in two-dimensional code and trigger related applications. Users use mobile phones to take images of QR codes containing specific information, through Mobile client After decoding, the software triggers a variety of associated operations such as mobile phone Internet access, business card reading, and phone calls, so as to provide users with various information services.

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Multiline Bar code No need to connect to a database, itself can store a large amount of data, applied to: nosocomium , The DRIVER LICENSE , Material management , Transport of goods When the barcode is damaged to a certain extent, error correction can enable the barcode to correctly decode the two-dimensional code. It is a multi-line, continuous, variable-length symbolic identifier that contains a large amount of data. Each bar code has 3-90 lines, and each line has a start section, a data section, and an end section. Its character set includes all 128 characters, with a maximum data content of 1850 characters.
One-dimensional bar code Information is expressed only in one direction (generally horizontal), while no information is expressed in the vertical direction, and a certain height is usually for convenience reader The alignment of.
The application of one-dimensional bar code can improve the speed of information entry and reduce the error rate, but one-dimensional bar code also has some shortcomings:
Small data capacity: 30 character Left or right, can only contain letter and figure ;
Bar code Relatively large size (low space utilization);
If the bar code is damaged, it cannot be read;
In both horizontal and vertical directions Two-dimensional space Bar codes that store information are called Two-dimensional bar code (dimensional bar code).

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PDF417

The PDF417 code is made by Wang Yinjing, a Chinese student in the United States. Learned scholar It was invented. PDF is an abbreviation of the first letter of the English Portable Data File, meaning "portable data file". Because each symbol character of the bar code is composed of 4 bars and 4 blanks, if the narrowest bar or blank of the bar code is called a module, the total number of modules of the above 4 bars and 4 blanks must be 17, so it is called 417 code or PDF417 code.
PDF417
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Large information capacity
PDF417 code can represent letters, numbers, ASCII Beyond the characters, it can also express Binary number . In order to make the encoding more compact and improve the information density, PDF417 has three formats in the encoding:
The extended alphanumeric compression format can accommodate 1850 characters;
Binary system / ASCII Format can hold 1108 bytes;
The digital compression format can hold 2710 numbers.
Error correcting ability
One-dimensional barcodes usually have a check function to prevent misreading and will be rejected if the barcode is defaced. The two-dimensional bar code can not only prevent errors, but also correct errors, even if the bar code is partially damaged, it can restore the correct information.
Printing requirements are not high
Ordinary printing equipment can be printed, fax copies can also read.
It can be read on a variety of reading devices
PDF417 The code can be read by laser readers with raster, linear and surface scanning image readers.
The size is adjustable to accommodate different print Spaces
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The disclosure of the code system has formed an international standard, and China has also formulated an international standard of 417 code.
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Amorphosis

There are also several variations of the PDF417 code system:
PDF417 truncated code
In a relatively "clean" environment, where there is little chance of bar code damage, the line indicator on the right can be omitted and reduced terminator .
PDF417 microcode
Further reduced PDF code.
Macro PDF417 code
When the file content is too long to be represented by a PDF417 code, it can be represented by a macro PDF417 code containing multiple (1~99999) bar code blocks.

Application prospect

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Although the application of two-dimensional codes is becoming more and more widespread, the development of two-dimensional codes in China is far from enough compared with countries such as Japan and South Korea. In addition to the support of operators, there are also constraints on technology, terminal adaptation, and profit models. What is very hot is the combination of two-dimensional code and O2O (Online To Offline) model, that is, the use of two-dimensional code reading to divert online users to offline merchants. Tencent is bullish on this model, Ma said, "QR codes are a key entry point for online and offline." Although some people are not optimistic about the application of two-dimensional code, there is no denying that as long as a sufficient number of users are cultivated, combined with a good business model, two-dimensional code will become one of the most effective tools to bridge reality and virtual.

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1. High density encoding , large information capacity.
2. Wide coding range.
3. Strong fault tolerance, error correction function.
4. decode High reliability.
5. Encryption measures can be introduced.
6. Low cost, easy to produce, durable.

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According to the "Global Mobile Phone Security Report in the first half of 2012", 17,676 types of mobile phone malware were detected and killed in the first half of 2012, and two-dimensional code technology has become a new channel for the spread of mobile phone viruses and phishing websites.
Scanning the QR code sometimes brings up a link prompting to download software, some of which may contain viruses, according to police. Some of these viruses will affect mobile phones and tablet computers after downloading and installing; Other viruses are fee-sucking trojans disguised as apps that, once downloaded, cause phones to automatically send messages and charge large amounts of phone bills. In this regard, Hong Zhigang, a senior mobile phone software expert, believes that the use of two-dimensional code to defraud mobile phone bills is completely feasible, "in theory, the two-dimensional code itself will not carry. virus However, many virus software can be downloaded using QR codes. However, many mobile phones use open mobile phone platforms, if you download such virus software, it will 'occupy' the SMS sending interface of the phone, and send SMS messages without the user's knowledge. Such messages often require a deduction of 1 yuan or even 10 yuan, and the mobile phone bill is quickly lost before the user is unaware and goes into the pockets of the bad guys."
Relevant experts remind the public to raise awareness of prevention, before scanning to determine whether the source of the two-dimensional code is authoritative and credible, in general, regular newspapers, magazines, and posters of well-known shopping malls provide two-dimensional code is safe, but the two-dimensional code published on the website that does not know the source needs to be vigilant. Should choose a professional scan tool with monitoring function, scan to the suspicious website, there will be a security reminder. If you install the software through the two-dimensional code, after the installation, it is best to scan it with anti-virus software and then open it.

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In fact, most of the malicious two-dimensional code is difficult to directly deduct the phone fee, but by luring the public to install the program to implement fraud. Be sure to read the installation instructions on your phone carefully. Don't go all the way just to make it easier.
Two-dimensional code security problems focus on two aspects of direct code scanning is dangerous
One netizen said that after scanning a QR code on an advertisement posted on the street, Cell phone Just charged 100 yuan phone bill and then disappeared. When he scanned a dating QR code posted on the wall, it didn't Download Install a dating app and get notified that your phone is overcharged. Results Test the mobile phone found that the mobile phone virus software was installed, resulting in the newly charged phone fee was stolen.

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High density coding, large information capacity
It can hold up to 1850 uppercase letters or 2710 digits or 1108 bytes, or more than 500 Chinese characters, which is about dozens of times higher than the ordinary bar code information capacity.
Wide coding range
The bar code can take pictures, sounds, text, signatures, fingerprints and other information that can be digitized encoding , expressed by bar code; Can represent a variety of languages; Can represent image data.
Strong fault tolerance, error correction function
This makes the two-dimensional bar code due to perforation, defacement and other local damage, can still be correctly read, damaged area up to 30% can still recover information.
High decoding reliability
It is much lower than the normal barcode decoding error rate of 2 million, the error rate is not more than 10 million.
Encryption measures can be introduced
security Good anti-counterfeiting.
Low cost, easy to produce, durable.
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Bar code symbol shape, size ratio variable.
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The 2D barcode can be read using a laser or CCD reader.
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Photo description of "Information stored by QR Code"
Qr codes can store a variety of information, mainly including:
Urls, business cards, text messages, specific codes.
According to the application of information, it can be divided into:
1. Online application
Such as web addresses and specific codes, more online applications.
2. Offline application
Such as text messages and business cards, more offline applications.

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Usually what we see and most of the software generated two-dimensional code are black, but in fact, the color two-dimensional code generation technology is not complicated, and is loved by young people, some websites have begun to provide Color two-dimensional code Free generation service online now. Based on the error correction function of the two-dimensional code, even if the two-dimensional code is partially covered or lost, the scanning device can still identify the complete information recorded by it. Personalized QR code The generation tool, some personality patterns and two-dimensional code synthesis, personalized and can be recognized by scanning equipment two-dimensional code, this "personality two-dimensional code" has also become popular.

Comprehensive application

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Two-dimensional bar code has the characteristics of large storage, high confidentiality, high traceability, strong damage resistance, large backup, cheap cost, etc. These characteristics are especially suitable for forms, security and confidentiality, tracking, certification, inventory, data backup and other aspects.

Food traceability

Raw material supplier Batch management is carried out when providing raw materials to food manufacturers. The raw material's original production data, manufacturing date, edible date, origin, producer, genetic combination and whether to use the drug and other information are entered into the two-dimensional code and printed with the two-dimensional code label, pasted on the packaging box and handed over to the food manufacturer. When raw materials are stored in food manufacturers, it is used Data collector Read the QR code to obtain the original production data of the incoming raw materials. From this data, we can immediately confirm whether the delivered products meet the manufacturer's procurement standards. The raw materials are then put into storage.
Make the recipe according to the day's production plan. According to the production plan, employees extract the necessary raw materials from the warehouse, weigh and subcontract the raw materials according to the requirements of each batch, and paste labels with two-dimensional code on the subcontracted raw materials. The code contains the name of the raw materials, weight, input sequence, raw material number and other information.
On the basis of Production planning For instructions, print a kanban with QR code and place it at the front of the production line. The QR code on the Kanban board is entered with job instructions. When mixing raw materials, the data collector is used to read the code on the Kanban board and the two-dimensional code on each raw material according to the operation instructions, so as to confirm whether the input is correct according to the production plan and record the information of the raw materials used. Use data in each inspection process after the input of raw materials harvester Input the inspection data recorded by hand in the past, eliminating manual recording. The data logged in the data collector is uploaded to the computer, and the computer generates the original production data, making it possible to track products and raw materials, and get rid of the management mode of using paper in the past. Use the database in Internet On the release of raw material information to consumers.

Restaurant application

Mobile electronic menu:
To establish a mobile electronic menu for businesses, restaurants can easily input information such as catering culture and menu introduction in accordance with relevant guidelines. The user obtains the relevant information of the business by scanning the code to get the jump link of the mobile website.
Application scenario: Promotional posters, brochures, table cards.
Business benefits: ① To solve the customer loss and customer complaints caused by waiting and waiting meals;
2. Differentiated marketing Improve the level of user experience and enhance brand competitiveness;
③ Through the electronic menu, the restaurant will get wider attention and word-of-mouth publicity;
④ Improve the work efficiency of waiters.
Consumer benefits: ① Before you go to the restaurant, you can determine what to order that day through the electronic menu, saving time;
② After scanning the code, the electronic menu can be permanently stored in the consumer's mobile phone to guide consumers to consume again. Menu information business can be updated in real time, a publicity, permanent income;
③ Understand the dishes in more detail and choose dishes that meet your taste.

Mobile shopping

"Mobile supermarket with two-dimensional code as the entrance" is a common application of mobile terminals E-commerce model Signs and products that tend to mature. "Mobile supermarket" pushes mobile e-commerce to a new level. It mainly researches and develops mobile transactions and merchant marketing applications based on mobile terminals. With the help of two-dimensional code as a channel, consumers can quickly browse real goods and shop quickly anytime and anywhere. In addition, the project will also provide a variety of applications supporting business marketing, with a simple, efficient, safe and convenient innovative marketing model to solve the problem of enterprise business new customer development, old customer maintenance, Mobile e-commerce Traditional marketing difficulties, such as member marketing, discount promotion, new product promotion, customer and business interaction, save enterprise costs, and provide integrated solutions for merchants' advertising, sales, promotion, activities and customer feedback information collection.
At home, by Guangdong Zhengquan Technology Co., LTD For the majority of enterprises to achieve "two-dimensional code as the entrance to the mobile supermarket" and the development of the product - Zhengquanitui, can provide enterprises with a mobile e-commerce platform, set exclusive two-dimensional code, APP, corporate website, dedicated network space, domain name, communication platform, purchase and sales platform and payment system and other functions as one. Merchants can send the required corporate information, product introduction, promotional activities, etc. to the background in the form of graphics, audio or video, forming an independent and permanent valid two-dimensional code, which facilitates customers to fully understand all the information of merchants, and creates a mobile supermarket for merchants.
Scan the QR code to enter the mobile website
On a mobile device Qr code scanning software You can directly scan the QR code to enter the mobile website of the merchant, click on the product you like, you can complete the order and payment, and realize the fashion concept of easy shopping. From the perspective of solving enterprise merchants and industrial development, the implementation of "mobile supermarket with two-dimensional code as the entrance" makes the sales of enterprise merchants more specific and clear, the marketing is more convenient and accurate, the enterprise merchants invest very low cost, obtain good marketing and publicity effect, one-stop solution to the various difficulties of enterprise merchants marketing, and stimulate the growth of enterprise income scale. It is estimated that it can directly or indirectly increase the revenue of the enterprise by 20% to 80%.
From the perspective of solving consumer demand, "mobile supermarket with two-dimensional code as the entrance" is a consumer revolution, which will change consumers' consumption habits, make mobile shopping real and reliable, and allow users to participate in the marketing process as a part of the industrial chain, which can realize two-way communication and take the initiative to realize the precise positioning of consumer groups.

Sweep money

Qr codes can also be made into electronic coupons, promotional materials on a striking QR code, with a simple slogan such as "sweep money sweep discounts", can attract consumers to take out their mobile phones to scan the code to find out. People are full of curiosity, the pursuit of affordable, this way to scan the code to get coupons to enjoy benefits, not only can enhance the interaction between consumers and businesses, but also improve consumers' interest in businesses, deepen the impression.
Compared with ordinary paper coupons, two-dimensional code electronic coupons have the advantages of saving printing costs, enriching propaganda content, and making it easy to "carry". Paper coupons cannot be changed once printed, and when offers change, coupons have to be reprinted, which is a huge expense. The unique QR code of Zhengquan Yitui supports the promotion content to change at any time, but the QR code itself always remains unchanged, and the content can be combined in various forms such as graphics, audio, video, etc., and can also be directly linked to the merchant's exclusive website, making the coupon information rich and colorful. Such two-dimensional code electronic coupons not only facilitate the management of coupons by merchants, maximize the promotional effect of coupons, but also facilitate consumers to store coupons directly in their mobile phones, avoiding the trouble of filling their bags with various coupons every time they go out, so that consumers feel that they are fashionable again.

place

1, flat publicity materials: businesses can print two-dimensional code on newspapers, magazines, books, posters, leaflets, coupons, billboards, X display shelves, product packaging, personal business cards, etc., which saves material costs and maximizes information; It can also lead the trend to achieve fast information acquisition and convenient storage.
2, video advertising: In TV, video, advertising cleverly embedded two-dimensional code, break through the limitations of time and space, to achieve information extension, but also to form audience interaction, expand the effect of communication.
3. Online promotion: the QR code will be released to the corporate website, advertising banner, Weibo and other media to cooperate with online promotion.

DM

Two-dimensional code DM is printed on the DM two-dimensional code pattern, scanning the two-dimensional code can be linked to the Internet, the form may be pictures, videos or links, this way of communication can take advantage of the user's eating, driving and bathroom fragmentation time [4] To spread the information of advertisers and achieve the purpose of precision marketing.
For example, two-dimensional code tissue DM. In train stations, subway stations, university campuses, scenic spots and other places with dense population flow, users can help themselves through an App Intelligent terminal Scan a QR code in front of the screen of the machine, and you can receive a package of free, beautifully printed colorful tissues. Each pack contains 10 paper towels with ads for 10 different clients. By scanning the above QR code, users can also reach the advertiser's official website, Weibo, wechat public account and other online platforms [5] .

signet

Qr codes are not only for commercial use, but also for individuals to achieve display and promotion.
For example, painters can print two-dimensional codes on their works, and information about the creative process, publishing albums, and holding exhibitions can be clearly read; If it is a performing arts star, in the promotion of the QR code, fans can enjoy all the works and photos of the star, but also can publish their own latest information!

Wedding app

Traditional weddings have large invitations, but in 2013, only a QR code will be issued. Traditional wedding guests can only watch, not interact. Qr code invitation After scanning with a mobile phone, the mobile phone automatically jumps into the space of the groom and bride, not only to see the wedding information, but also to see the groom and bride's wedding photos, but also to leave a comment collection.

Ticket sales

Merchants and agents who upgrade the traditional ticketing system to an electronic ticketing system provide their partners with a whole system of solutions from network e-commerce platform construction, integrated development of hardware and software, open interface, maintenance, etc. The established e-commerce platform directly accesses various online banking platforms. After online payment is completed, users can consume at the corresponding entity merchants of this e-commerce platform with the obtained electronic vouchers or bills. No queues, no waiting, no tedious verification, so that users immediately get a series of perfect consumption experience.

Form application

The transmission and exchange of official documents, business forms, import and export declarations, manifests and other data can reduce the manual repeated input of form data, avoid human errors, and reduce labor costs.

Security application

Business intelligence, Economic intelligence Encryption and transmission of confidential information, political intelligence, military intelligence, private information, etc.

Tracking application

Document automatic tracking, production line parts automatic tracking, customer service automatic tracking, mail order delivery automatic tracking, maintenance records automatic tracking, dangerous goods automatic tracking, logistics automatic tracking, medical examination automatic tracking, ecological research (animals, birds...) Automatic tracking, etc.

License application

passport , Identification card , registration card, Driving license , membership card, Identification card Data registration and automatic input of certificates such as chain store membership card, play the "read on the go", "immediate access" information management effect.

Inventory application

The automatic inventory of goods and fixed assets in logistics center, warehouse center and joint logistics center can play the effect of "immediate inventory and immediate decision".

Backup application

If you are unwilling or unable to store the information of the document form in electronic media such as diskette, optical disc, etc., you can use 2D barcode to store the information for backup. It is convenient to carry, not afraid of folding, long storage time, and can photocopy and fax for more backup.

Newspaper application

Two-dimensional code as a new digital media connecting newspapers, mobile phones and the Internet, newspapers use two-dimensional code technology to create a "three-dimensional newspaper" since the newspaper users by using a variety of two-dimensional code software on smart phones to scan the two-dimensional code on the newspaper, the newspaper immediately into a "three-dimensional", but also easily read and watch the extended content of the newspaper. Domestic application of two-dimensional code newspapers are West China City Daily , Changjiang Daily , Chengdu Business Daily Let's wait. The application of two-dimensional code greatly expands the capacity of newspapers, and the fun of reading newspapers is also greatly increased, which means that newspapers and periodicals are not only flat newsprint, but also can bring us a new 3D The audio-visual image experience provides more comprehensive information and more convenient purchasing methods for products, creating a comprehensive mobile Internet business platform.

Web resource download

Download resources that can be applied to the web, such as e-books, games, applications, etc.

Product traceability

Code and manage products and components in the production process, and record the system according to the product production process. It can avoid mistakes in the production process and improve production efficiency. At the same time, product quality problems can be traced, such as Food safety , Agricultural product traceability Product warranty channeling management.

Attraction ticket

Attraction tickets, Train ticket Bid farewell to the traditional text paper model, the use of two-dimensional code for ticketing and ticket inspection, improve traffic efficiency and prevent fake tickets.

Vehicle management

The two-dimensional code is printed on the driving license, driving license, vehicle annual examination documents, vehicle violation penalty, etc. The basic information on the vehicle, including the driver's number, engine number, model, color and other basic information, is transformed and stored in the two-dimensional code. The implicity of the information plays a role in anti-counterfeiting, and the digitization of the information facilitates the implementation of real-time monitoring with the management network of the management department.

Creative application

With the popularity of smart phones, a variety of two-dimensional code (2-dimensional bar code) applications have followed, see what are the most creative two-dimensional code applications: 1, two-dimensional code invitations; 2. Qr code display poster; 3, QR code sign in; 4, two-dimensional tombstone; 5. Qr code business card ; 6, two-dimensional code sign; 7. Qr code cake; 8, two-dimensional code advertising; 9. Qr code food ID card.

Conference service

Two-dimensional code conference service is another application of two-dimensional code technology in mobile commerce services, mainly used for two-dimensional code conference check-in.
It mainly includes:
Before the meeting: QR code MMS/SMS Invitation letter MMS conference journal, guest check-in arrangements, meeting agenda tips, SMS warm tips
Meeting: QR code sign-in, MMS coupon , SMS lucky draw Text message interaction, agenda reminders, dining arrangements, etc
After the meeting: MMS journal, thank you after the meeting
Greatly improve the efficiency of the meeting sign-in, because the sign-in two-dimensional code MMS identification terminal device will always transfer the meeting records to the two-dimensional code sign-in record platform through GPRS, the participation of the meeting and the effect of promotional activities can be clearly analyzed, truly realize the closed loop of the meeting marketing, from the meeting invitation to the final participation will be very efficient record. This is a form of meeting attendance that is bound to be popularized in the future, which is not only efficient but also low-carbon, and is a major innovative application in the field of mobile commerce.

Seating application

In September 2014, the library of Huxi Campus of Chongqing University launched the function of "QR code occupy seat". Pick up the mobile phone to scan the two-dimensional code on the table, the seat is easily completed, and "limited time", so that "everyone has its seat".
In the "major micro picture" public wechat there is a "reading room seat" function. After entering this section, students can choose the library and reading room they want to go to, select the time period, and then select the vacancy according to the guide map of the reading room, and reserve the seat. After the reservation is successful, they will receive a notification on wechat.
Students are required to arrive at the reading room 5-10 minutes before the scheduled time, and scan the QR code on wechat to verify the reserved seat. If the reservation is not verified after 10 minutes, the seat will be cancelled. [6]

Electronic commerce

Qr codes will become the mobile Internet and O2O The key entrance. As e-commerce enterprises increasingly interact online and offline in parallel, two-dimensional code has become an important marketing carrier for e-commerce enterprises. The wide application of two-dimensional code in the field of e-commerce, combined with the concept of O2O, brings consumers a more convenient and rapid consumption experience, and becomes a new channel between online and offline e-commerce platforms, which is helpful for the extension of product information and horizontal price comparison.

Application case

Traditional O2O business model can lead online users to offline consumption, for merchants, this is more like a short-term online promotion activity, because users do not need to register before consumption as online, so for users such consumption is mainly a "one-time consumption behavior", more importantly, the front desk consumption data of offline merchants, In the traditional O2O model, there is no total database that can record these actual consumption data.
Background 1
Qr code check-in has gradually appeared in some important meetings. Participants only need to call up the QR code voucher information received before attending the meeting in their mobile phones and verify it to complete the check-in.
Electronic check-in solutions
Qr code check-in system Is a "certificate" class of mobile data business new product, belongs to Mobile QR code The read application is going to Modern mobile communication technology Combined with the two-dimensional code coding technology, the content of the traditional certificate and the holder's information are encoded into a two-dimensional code graph, and sent to the user's mobile phone through SMS, MMS, etc., when using, the special code reading device can read and verify the two-dimensional code graph displayed on the mobile phone. Its biggest feature is the uniqueness and safety, not only save costs, more importantly, save time to improve efficiency and easy to use, but also very environmentally friendly and fashionable.
How to efficiently detect the two-dimensional code: Before attending and exhibiting, the organizer only needs to send an electronic invitation (MMS, SMS) containing the two-dimensional code to the participants through the system, which contains the conference information as the exhibition check-in voucher. When signing in to the exhibition, participants only need to bring mobile phones to complete the signing in easily, bringing a new experience. At the same time, it also avoids the embarrassment of scrambling when the organizer checks the information on the spot, and it is very safe, effectively verifies the identity, and puts an end to false intruders. During the verification, the information of the participants is transmitted to the system database through the wireless communication system, so that the participation of the exhibition is clear and convenient for the statistical work of the participation after the exhibition. The whole process is fully electronic, and the mobile phone is used as the admission voucher, which realizes the information of conference attendance.
Background 2
For some Real estate company Businesses that are prepared to launch outdoor media advertising, such as automobile and home brands, are tailored to enable consumers to feel the value of goods through experiential marketing solutions, thereby generating purchase behavior and helping enterprise sales and development.
Advertising media system solution
Browse the official website of the merchant, quickly jump to the activity theme page, scan the code to browse all the products and information of the merchant, so that users can quickly understand all the information of the advertisement.
Browse the merchant's microblog, save the tedious process of input and search, quickly pay attention, accumulate new channels of fans, and constantly browse the merchant's microblog new product dynamics.
Some physical mall goods to buy one shot, mobile phone to achieve shopping, whether physical goods or virtual goods, can be purchased in one shot, a variety of payment methods, make mobile shopping more convenient, discount coupons, points gifts, scan the code.
advantage
Integrated marketing (two-dimensional code combined with traditional media unlimited extension of advertising content and timeliness; Consumers convenient access to the network, mobile phone real-time view information)
Instant interaction (companies can post surveys, vote, and register members; Personal participation in surveys, information comments, activity registration, mobile voting, participation in surveys)
Two-dimensional code is the most convenient entrance to the mobile Internet, consumers always carry out online and offline information transmission; A convenient tool for social media communication)
Application field
Real estate projects, household goods, automobiles, scenic spots, physical stores, etc., businesses can use two-dimensional code on any publicity media, and users can scan the code through mobile phone software to obtain various services pushed by businesses on their mobile phones.
Scheme flow
From simple outdoor advertising to the formation of a sound consultation-sales system, outdoor advertising media solutions, so that consumers feel the value of goods from print advertising. Precise positioning of intended consumer groups, real-time statistics of commodity concerns and sales, so that enterprises can master the effect of outdoor print advertising, no disadvantage!
Background 3
Qr code drug label picture
Pfizer (USA) Animal health products ) Group, a world-renowned supplier of animal health products, focuses on the research and development of animal health products, as well as the prevention and treatment of livestock and pet diseases. Main products: insect repellent, anti-inflammatories, vaccines, antibiotics and related animal health products.
Face problems
According to the latest EU proposal, the new safety and hygiene rules apply to all foods from farm to fork and strengthen the supervision of food safety issues, as well as effectively respond to possible food crises in the food chain in the future. The safety and health responsibility of producers and operators has been increased, and production operators mainly rely on self-verification mechanisms and modern monitoring technology for harmful substances to ensure food safety and health.
How to quickly and efficiently detect product information has become a top priority, and accurate detection of product two-dimensional code information has become a breakthrough.
solution
Qr code label
Solution: For the packaging link of the entire production traceability, that is, the traceability information on the two-dimensional code label is collected, the first purpose is to ensure the accuracy of the data, and the second purpose is to ensure the global adaptability of the label.
For online bags, boxes of medicine, sticker System implementation After the printing is completed, the data is collected and tested. After the data is collected, the database information is reviewed and verified to ensure that there are no errors, and the labeling is implemented. After the labeling is complete, the item is double-checked. Make sure the product is finished and ready for production. All 2D barcodes used for traceability are batch tested by special 2D code testing equipment and meet quality standards.

Mine location

The generation of two-dimensional code is to use two-dimensional code coding equipment, first of all, the basic information of mine workers, such as name, age, work situation, attendance record and work section, etc., is collected, and then according to the corresponding information, coding software is used to generate specific two-dimensional code labels, and then the two-dimensional code is reused Dot matrix printer Print out a QR code label containing specific information about the worker, and finally print it on a specific location such as work clothes for easy reading.

Information transmission

School of Economics and Management, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications Fang drew a two-dimensional code with a pencil on the postcard. Through the two-dimensional code scanning software on his mobile phone, after many attempts, he swept out a simple love sentence: "Xiao Mori, I love you."
First of all, find a website that generates two-dimensional code online, type in the information to generate two-dimensional code, moderately enlarge the picture and print it out, draw the reference line, divide the two-dimensional code pattern into small squares, and label the small squares in the reference line, and then draw the 29×29 small square reference line on the postcard (depending on the specific amount of information). And according to the two-dimensional code number on the paper, the corresponding square is blackened, and finally the two-dimensional code can be verified by multiple software.
There is also a man from Changsha who works in Canada. When he returned home to visit his family during the Spring Festival, he met a girl by chance through a social software. The girl has a similar life experience with the man. Two people through a very occasional "shake", then began to know and love. The man even used the QR code to propose to the girl, and finally got the result.

Maximum two-dimensional code

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The QR code created by 32-year-old Xu He in a wheat field in Botou, Hebei province, has been officially recognized by Guinness as the world's largest. The giant QR code measures 190 meters by side and covers a total area of 36,100 square meters, beating the previous record of 28,760 square meters held by a Canadian farm. The QR code, which can be scanned by a mobile phone, is linked to the team's wechat account. In April 2015, Xu He and his team carried out differential planting on nearly 100 mu of rented fields according to the proportion of two-dimensional code patterns, sowing wheat at different time nodes, and successfully created this giant two-dimensional code by using the color difference of wheat seedlings. [7]

Reading equipment

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A. 2D barcode reading equipment can be divided into:
(1) Linear CCD and Linear Imager
Fixed SL-QC15S
It can read one-dimensional bar codes and linear stacked two-dimensional codes (such as PDF417), and it is necessary to scan the entire bar code along the vertical direction of the bar code when reading the two-dimensional code, which is called "sweeping reading". This kind of product is cheaper.
(2) Laser reader with grating
One-dimensional bar codes and linear stacked QR codes can be read. When reading the two-dimensional code, the light is aligned with the bar code, and the vertical scanning is completed by the grating element, which does not require manual sweeping.
(3) Image Reader
The bar code image is analyzed and decoded by using a field array CCD camera, and one-dimensional bar codes and all types of two-dimensional bar codes can be read.
B. The reading equipment of 2D barcode can also be divided into: handheld and fixed according to the different working methods.
Handheld: A QR code scanner. Can scan PDF417, QR code, DM code two-dimensional code Bar code scanner .
Fixed type: namely Two-dimensional code reader Tabletop, non-handheld, placed on a table or fixed in a terminal device, such as SUMLUNG's SL-QC15S, etc.
Printed QR code on paper and Mobile phone screen The two-dimensional code can be recognized, so it is widely used in electronic ticketing, electronic coupons, membership system, mobile two-dimensional code boarding and other fields.
C. 2D barcode reading equipment Industrial applications mainly use imported brands such as Siemens SIMATIC
SIMATIC MV420 and MV440 one-dimensional/two-dimensional code readers
Siemens industrial code reader
For advanced production systems, the use of machine-recognizable marks to track products and components is an important requirement. A unique coding system ensures that each production step of each component and the use of raw materials are orderly and controlled. At the same time, direct coding allows for batch tracking, such as product liability identification.
SIMATIC MV420/MV440 stationary 1D / 2D code reader is a high speed, high reliability reading product, and has a wide range of communication and connection methods. The reader can not only read standard high-contrast barcodes and QR codes, but can also be used in harsh industrial applications to read DPM code (Direct PartMarking), that is, direct marking on the surface of the object (by laser etching, inkjet, mechanical marking or chemical etching).
Flexible lighting options and compact, rugged exterior make the MV420/MV440 capable Used in a variety of industrial applications such as: Automotive, packaging, medicine, cosmetics and electronic semiconductor, food and beverage industries.

custom

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The two-dimensional code can generate a code map according to the amount of information content and the functional requirements of the application. General simple surface applications can directly generate information content QR code Use. If it is a commercially valuable application and wants to include more information content and extend and expand services, it is necessary to develop a deep application of QR code.
QR code Surface application Common in: invoices, tickets, simple information applications.
Art QR Code (Love You Forever)
Advantages: Common decoding software decoding
Cons: Information can not be modified and edited, only simple content, no interactive information, no encryption (see Guangzhou Daily report: train tickets do not litter! Beware of deciphering)
QR code Deep application Common in: verification, anti-counterfeiting, traceability, sign-in, military, and more commercial application services that can exchange information.
Advantages: Use professional decoding software, encryption mechanism is not cracked, rich information content, System management , can be edited and modified, interact with user information, more extended functions, commercial value of the application
Cons: Mobile phone application domestic standards are not unified, need to follow Mobile phone system Development and download
The information application on the surface of the two-dimensional code is very simple, and there is little difference with the one-dimensional barcode. To realize the application of great commercial value, it is necessary to use the core technology of the two-dimensional code, which is also the real value of the QR code. QR system management is rapidly expanding in the corporate world, and QR method has become a tool for enterprises to achieve competitive advantage.
Professional two-dimensional code technology company can customize the two-dimensional code service, can change the color, pattern, and even make a variety of shapes.
The professional two-dimensional code application service not only has a simple surface function for users as a basic experience, but also has a follow-up application of commercial value. For the majority of enterprises relay QR code realization marketing .
Formation of two-dimensional code
Formation of two-dimensional code
There are several methods of local generation and online generation, it can be said that it is very simple, artistic and beautiful two-dimensional code is a little more complex, to generate online.
Text, SMS, web address, personal business card, email address, wireless network, telephone, GPS, etc., can form a QR code.

print

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Two-dimensional code has printing, printing, and laser laser. Some metal, ceramic, glass objects, easy to remove with traditional printing and printing methods, can not achieve the anti-counterfeiting effect. Laser laser, especially curved laser became the first way. Some laser machines at home and abroad, the development of software can directly read the two-dimensional code picture file, laser to the object.

Development direction

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Smart phone and Tablet computer The popularity of the application of the two-dimensional code has given rise to the application of the two-dimensional code, which was not optimistic before, and we compete to invest a lot of resources in technology research and development. Ma Huateng said: QR code is the mobile Internet entrance.
The application of two-dimensional code seems to penetrate into all aspects of our lives overnight, such as subway advertisements, newspapers, train tickets, airline tickets, fast food restaurants, movie theaters, group-buying websites and all kinds of commodity packaging. As a part of the Internet of Things wave industry, the application of two-dimensional code has never been so concerned, and some experts even predict that it will form hundreds of billions of market space in two or three years.
Internet of Things Bar code, two-dimensional code and RFID are more commonly used by people, two-dimensional code is relatively one-dimensional code, with large data storage, good confidentiality and other characteristics, can be better combined with smart phones and other mobile terminals, forming a better interactive and user experience. Compared with RFID, two-dimensional code not only has a prominent cost advantage, but also has better application prospects for its user experience and interaction.
In the mobile Internet business model, the scope of people's business activities is wider, so it is more necessary to exchange and share information timely. With the popularity of smartphones and tablets in the 3G/4G mobile network environment, the application of two-dimensional code is no longer limited by time, space and hardware devices. Product basic attributes, pictures, sound, text, fingerprints and other information can be encoded and bundled, which is suitable for product quality and safety traceability, logistics warehousing, product promotion, business meetings, identity, material document identification and so on. It can realize timely tracking and tracing of material circulation through mobile network; Help with remote repair and maintenance of equipment; Product anti-counterfeiting, anti-channeling and end-consumer incentives; Enterprise supply chain process reengineering, etc., to further improve customer responsiveness and extend products and services to end customers. Manufacturers can also grasp the market dynamics in a timely manner, develop more practical products to meet customer needs, and ultimately achieve single-order production, which will greatly reduce production costs and operating costs.
With the country Internet of things industry It is believed that more two-dimensional code technology application solutions have been developed and applied to the daily business life of all walks of life, when the two-dimensional code has become a mobile Internet entrance really become a reality.

Business model

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The application of two-dimensional code has the concept of main reading and being read. In foreign countries, the platform service of two-dimensional code refers to a platform for you to generate two-dimensional code, and attach a variety of information such as pictures, text, videos, etc. Essentially, the content of a QR code points to an address. So the two-dimensional code platform service belongs to the field of being read.
However, such a classification is too vague for users and the market, and the business model of the market two-dimensional code can be roughly divided into the following types:
1. Information dissemination . Whether it is electronic vouchers or museum, media or commodity information, in fact, is the concept of information dissemination, users can scan the two-dimensional code with their mobile phones, they can enter its corresponding address, and obtain complete data. The supplier establishes a completed business model by sending electronic certificates and laying the scanning hardware equipment to the local merchants.
2. Interactive entrance. For example, you can follow your wechat friends by scanning QR codes, or receive coupons, register for voting, participate in research and other operable forms on the phone, and send customer information back to the enterprise. Companies can maximize the effectiveness of advertising and gain valuable user interaction data. Such interactive buying patterns are already in place movie , television , magazine , brochure , advertisement And other fields began to use.
wechat In earlier versions, QR code scanning service has been provided, users can directly establish wechat relationship by scanning the QR code of others. After version 4.0, wechat also provides the function of realizing the synchronization between mobile phone and computer wechat by scanning the QR code directly, which is a very clever combination of QR code and verification. Sina Weibo has also recently launched the production of two-dimensional code, scan the two-dimensional code can follow the Weibo and other functions.
In 2012, wechat launched a public platform open to enterprises and individuals, opening the era of "we media". At the same time, the use of two-dimensional code has reached an unprecedented height, and a scan and attention are almost all ways of promoting public accounts. More and more multimedia programs log in Wechat public platform (such as the Voice of the Chinese Dream), it is more convenient for the communication between viewers and the media, and by releasing the QR code of the account in the program, it has rapidly accumulated a large user base in a short time.
3. Form a purchase. This will take you directly to the product E-commerce platform , generate transactions (such as Sencho Kee).
The process that originally needed to go into a physical store or buy online can now be realized by scanning a QR code and completing the shopping payment process on a mobile phone. This approach can compensate for the need to consume in previously inaccessible Spaces. The cooperation between Alipay and Focus Media is that users only need to scan the photos on Focus Media Alipay With advertising, you can make purchases and payments on your phone.
The above several, in addition to some short information two-dimensional code business cards, are used to point to a link address, the essence is Mobile Internet The concept of entrance.

Industry standard

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On June 16, 2023, the National Press and Publication Administration issued the" Publication QR code application management requirements "Industry standard . [9]