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You can also access Google Lens via the Google Lens App. In order to scan a QR Code with the Google Lens App, download it from the Google Play Store and follow the same directions as above beginning with point 2.

This social media platform added QR Code scanning in its Lens visual discovery feature to make it “more useful and actionable for brands” that are using the platform to promote their products.

You can’t use Google Maps to scan QR Codes on its own. For this you need one of the methods described above. Once you’ve scanned your QR Code that has a link connected to Google Maps, it will automatically open in the app. As an alternative, you can use the Website URL QR Code to easily convert a Google Maps link in a QR Code and send it to others. Note: For help with understanding the difference between Static and Dynamic QR Codes, take a look here.

Your phone might already have the capability to scan a QR Code directly using the phone’s camera. Follow these steps to try it out:

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Dr. Andrew Webber wants to make sure each and every one of his patients is satisfied with his team’s dental care. They make it easy for patients to give feedback by adding a Feedback QR Code on the take-home paperwork all patients receive.

Studio Gym is no stranger to promoting their classes with QR Codes on billboard ads. In order to compare the best locations, and determine which types of ads have the best ROI (return on investment), they use Coupon QR Codes to incentivize customers to try out their classes and then track the results.

Android is one of the most popular mobile operating systems, so there are many smartphones that use Android to function. Some of the newer and popular smartphones that use Android are:

LinkedIn functions similarly to Snapchat as it conveniently adds profiles instead of having to search for the correct name. To access your profile QR Code, select the QR Code symbol in the right-hand side of the search bar and enable camera access to add someone, or select “My Code” to share yours.

This is a super-easy way to scan QR Codes without an app. To use Google Lens in the Assistant to scan a QR Code, here are the steps:

This depends on your type of smartphone or tablet, as well as your version of Android. In this article, we've listed the steps to scanning QR Codes without an app for Android versions 6.0-10.0. Please also see the section for directions on specific models of smartphones. For tablets, they work in the same manner as the respective version of Android. Otherwise, you can download a third-party QR Code scanning app mentioned above.

There are a few different methods you can use to scan QR Codes with a Samsung phone. Please note that there can be variations among versions of Galaxy and your OS version.

Check out the steps for scanning QR Codes with Samsung Internet located above and you’ll view the QR Code’s content in Chrome if that’s your default Internet browser. Alternatively, you can use Google Lens in the same manner as described above to view results in Chrome.

QR Codes were initially developed to expand on the technology of Barcodes. QR Codes have better functionality because they can be scanned both horizontally and vertically, which comes from their square shape. Before smartphones existed, QR Codes were read with scanners for inventory management. Nowadays, the process is much more advanced because of smartphones. The process of scanning QR Codes enables you to read the information connected to them. This can be done either with a smartphone app or directly with your smartphone camera (for some newer models).

With 218 million monthly active users, this popular mobile app can also read QR Codes to conveniently add new friends. Simply open the app, point your camera at the QR Code, and tap.

If your Android phone uses Android 6.0 Marshmallow, there is a feature called “Now on Tap” that directly reads QR Codes. You can follow these steps to use “Now on Tap” to read QR Codes:

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Important note: For Android versions 8.0 or higher, your phone may include an update that allows you to scan QR Codes directly with your camera without having to use the above functions. The following section explains how to check if your smartphone has this capability automatically within the camera.

Siekens Electronics creates high-quality electronics that users can purchase online or in-store. In order to make the setup process easier and lessen product returns, they’ve added Rating QR Codes to all their product packaging. This makes it easy for users to find the exact link and conveniently leave a review within mere seconds.

Known as music recognizing app, Shazam can also scan QR Codes for interactive content, special offers, and the ability to purchase items or share them with others.

There are two options for scanning QR Codes with the LG G6. You can either use Google Lens by opening it with the assistant or open the Google Lens App.

Your phone might already have the capability to scan a QR Code directly using the phone’s camera. Follow these steps to try it out:

A real estate agency like The Home Finders takes full advantage of using QR Codes to boost attendance to their property viewing events. They use Event QR Codes on property display signs and on their office window so passersby can sign up anytime.

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You can also access Google Lens via the Google Lens App. In order to scan a QR Code with the Google Lens App, download it from the Google Play Store and follow the same directions as above beginning with point 2.

The majority of QR Code solutions we’ve developed at QR Code Generator are known as Dynamic QR Codes. As opposed to Static QR Codes (no editing, one-time-use), Dynamic QR Codes have a few major benefits:

If your smartphone uses Android version 8.0 or higher, it’s a good bet that it can scan QR Codes with an app. Here are three options you can use to do so:

The Huawei P30 PRO has three methods for scanning QR Codes. You can scan them directly from the camera app, from your gallery app (like with Samsung), and even directly from the lock screen.

Whatsapp uses QR Codes to pair the desktop program with your smartphone. You just need to download Whatsapp for desktop, then select options, Whatsapp Web, and scan the QR Code.

If your Android phone is not listed above, not to worry. You can also try to scan QR Codes without an app. To test if your camera is equipped to do this, use the following steps:

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First, double-check that you’ve tried the accurate method described above for your version of Android and your phone model. Follow this guide to check the current model. If you’re following the steps listed for the correct version of OS and model of your smartphone, it could be that the QR Code you’re trying to scan is too damaged or unclear to scan.

With Twitter, you can scan QR Codes to share and add profiles, as well as read QR Codes in general. To view your QR Code, select your profile icon and then the QR Code icon at the bottom right. You can then share this with a photo or tweet or directly save the image. To scan any QR Code with Twitter, access the QR Code icon and then automatically scan the external QR Code.

Google’s own image recognition app allows you to scan the objects in your environment to learn more about them. It also recognizes QR Codes.

This is a super-easy way to scan QR Codes without an app. To use Google Lens in the Assistant to scan a QR Code, here are the steps:

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Scanning a QR Code works the same way on your phone regardless of the QR Code solution. First, select the appropriate instructions for your phone to scan the QR Code. Then you will be able to access the WiFi network you’re searching for.

QR Codes are extremely useful for both print and digital marketing. It’s particularly useful when you use Dynamic QR Codes in your QR Code campaigns so that you can track the scan data, and update your content. To give you some inspiration for your own marketing efforts, we’ve included some fictional business examples below.

Are you struggling with how to scan QR Codes with your Android phone? Android is one of the top mobile operating systems in the world, and many smartphones use Android operating systems to function. Nonetheless, the process for scanning QR Codes depends on the type of your phone. Some newer models can scan QR Codes with their camera, while for others, you still need a QR Code app. Here we've compiled a complete guide on how to scan QR Codes with Android phones for every model.

If you can’t scan QR codes on your Xiaomi or Redmi phone using the native Camera app or find the option to view QR details during the scanning, make sure to enable or turn on the ‘Scan QR codes’ option from your phone.

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This is a super-easy way to scan QR Codes without an app. To use Google Lens in the Assistant to scan a QR Code, here are the steps:

Scanning QR Codes programmatically with Android can be done with Android Studio. For an overview on how this works, take a look here.

If you're unsure whether your smartphone uses Android, you can check it by going to “Settings“ and selecting “About Phone“, or you can ask your smartphone manufacturer.

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eGo Gaming Studios recently released a new computer game. In order to spread the word and make it convenient for users to make mobile purchases, they added a Dynamic URL Code to a print magazine ad that directed users to a landing page.

These versions of Android (except Android 6.0) can’t scan QR Codes without a third-party app. Please see the below section for some of our app recommendations.

The Crayola Color Wonder Light Up Stamper lets kids explore the fun of stamping without making a mess. Like magic, the stamper handle lights up to indicate which color is being used. Includes 3 Scented Color Wonder Inks, Red, Blue and Purple. The inks are clear and make marks only on the special Color Wonder Paper, not on skin, clothing, or furniture. The Stamper Set also includes 10 Zoo-Themed Stamps, 12 Pages of Color Wonder Paper, and 3 Mini Color Wonder Markers in Brown, Green, and Yellow. A great gift for kids, ages 3 & up!

Some Huawei phones (if not all) have the capability to scan a QR Code directly using the phone’s built-in camera. To try it out, follow these steps:

Another useful feature that Huawei developed for its phones is the ability to scan QR Codes with your lock screen. The following instructions will show you how:

Facebook Messenger is another app that you can use to add friends with a QR Code. View your profile QR Code by selecting “My Code”.

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If you prefer not to use “Now on Tap”, you can also install a third-party QR Code scanning app ( see our app recommendations below).

This is a super-easy way to scan QR Codes without an app. To use Google Lens in the Assistant to scan a QR Code, here are the steps:

If your phone doesn’t support Bixby vision, you can also scan QR Codes with Samsung Internet using the following steps. Typically this app comes pre-installed.