# Two-Dimensional Barcodes Overview The matrix barcode is a two-dimensional (2D) way of representing information. It can also be referred to as a 2D barcode or simply a 2D code. 2D barcodes are similar to linear (1D) barcodes but can represent more data per unit area. Currently, the Barcode report item supports the following matrix barcode types: | Barcode | Description | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | [QR Code](https://www.telerik.com/products/reporting/documentation/report-items/barcode/2d-barcodes/qr-code) | One of the most popular 2D barcodes with wide commercial application. | | [Swiss QR Code](https://www.telerik.com/products/reporting/documentation/report-items/barcode/2d-barcodes/swiss-qr-code) | A barcode based on the QR symbology used exclusively in Switzerland payment slips, named QR-bill. | | [PDF417](https://www.telerik.com/products/reporting/documentation/report-items/barcode/2d-barcodes/pdf417) | A stacked linear 2D barcode used by U.S. Postal Services, Department of Homeland Security, airline industry and others. | | [Data Matrix](https://www.telerik.com/products/reporting/documentation/report-items/barcode/2d-barcodes/data-matrix) | A 2D barcode mostly used to mark smaller areas due to its high data density. Recommended by the US Electronic Industries Alliance. | | [MaxiCode](https://www.telerik.com/products/reporting/documentation/report-items/barcode/2d-barcodes/maxicode) | A fixed-size 2D barcode originally created by UPS for automated package sorting and tracking, defined by the ISO/IEC 16023 standard. | | [Aztec Code](https://www.telerik.com/products/reporting/documentation/report-items/barcode/2d-barcodes/aztec) | A 2D barcode that does not require a surrounding quiet zone, making it well suited for tight print layouts such as transportation and event tickets. |