What paper should I use if I want to print a QR code?

For QR codes, the paper surface matters as much as the print. Heavily textured stocks can interfere with a reliable scan, so smoother is better.

• Avoid: linen and heavily textured papers, which can scuff and break up the code pattern.
• Choose: a smooth stock, coated or uncoated, so the code stays crisp and high-contrast.
• Design tip: keep strong contrast between the code and its background and leave a clear quiet zone around it.

A smooth surface with good contrast gives phone cameras the cleanest read, which keeps your scans dependable.