Why can only the first URL in a multi URL QR Code be opened when scanned by the iphone camera app?

When scanning multi URL QR Codes in third party apps, I am asked which URL I would like to visit. The built-in camera app QR scanning can only open the first URL in the QR code. How can I access the second link?

iPhone SE, iOS 12

Posted on Mar 23, 2021 3:10 AM

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Mar 24, 2021 7:39 AM in response to stijn_m

Hello stijn_m,


We understand you'd like to open multiple QR codes using your iPhone, however since the iOS is currently designed to handle one at a time, you can open the first, then go back to the camera app to scan again and open the second. Note: You can also use Siri to request the scan.


Scan a QR code with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch


For feedback or to request changes to this ability, you can share your thoughts here - Product Feedback.


Have a great week!

Mar 25, 2021 12:12 AM in response to Joseph_S.

Thank you for your answer, however the functionality you describe is not what I am looking for. When the example Code is scanned in Android or a QR Code scanning app like scandit, you will have the choice to connect to 1 of the 2 websites encoded. (Hilti or Lasertopo)

When you do the same scan in the IPhone Camera App, the only option you have is to open the hilti website.

How can I make sure the Lasertopo website is also clickable on scanning with the IPhone Camera App?

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Why can only the first URL in a multi URL QR Code be opened when scanned by the iphone camera app?

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