Turn a new document link into a scannable QR code
Connect printed materials to the latest document with one automated scan target.
Trigger
New Card Trigger
Triggered when a card is created in the specified board
Action
Generate Barcode or QR Code
Tool to generate barcodes or qr codes using zebra crossing (zxing). use when you need a barcode or qr code image from text values.
Why this helps
Manually creating QR codes adds friction to signage, packets, and events.
- Links print to digital content
- Reduces setup time
- Keeps QR requests with project context
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Trello and Api2pdf once in Notis.
- 2Create an automation and name it.
- 3Tell Notis to generate a QR code from the document URL on each qualifying new card.
- 4Pick Trello New Card Trigger for the board.
- 5Choose a report channel, then test with one card containing a URL.
Questions about this workflow
Can the QR code contain any text?
Yes. Provide a URL or text value in the card.
What output is returned?
Api2pdf returns a generated barcode or QR image result.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Trello to Api2pdf. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Trello triggers
Api2pdf actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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New Activity Trigger
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Card Updated Trigger
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Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Trello and Api2pdf, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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