How to scan a QR code on your phone or computer

You can scan a QR code using the camera on your smartphone, tablet, or computer — however, you may need to download an app.

What is a QR code? A guide to the barcode's basics, why you're seeing it everywhere, and how to scan one

QR codes are a type of barcode, or scannable pattern, that contain various forms of data, like website links, account ...
Android Police

Android's built-in QR scanner just got a playful redesign with new functionality

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Android's built-in QR scanner has gotten a significant visual update. As reported by 9to5Google, the QR code scanner is getting ...
9to5google

Google rolls out redesign of Android’s QR code scanner

As announced in May, Google has given its default QR code scanner on Android an appreciable redesign. Upon launch (via the Quick Settings Tile or lockscreen shortcut), there’s a nice animation of the ...

You Can Now Easily Verify Your Android Contacts' Identities

Android System Key Verifier has actually been available as a separate app before. Now, right from the Messages app, you and a ...
GIGAZINE

'QR is cool' is a website that shows how excellent QR code error correction is, and QR codes can maintain their original information even if they are significantly altered.

QR codes have four error correction capabilities: Level L, Level M, Level Q, and Level H. Level L allows the original information to be preserved even if a maximum of ...
Hindustan Times

India is facing a ‘QR code crisis’ and no one is taking it seriously

QR codes are convenient but experts warn they can hide costly scams. What steps should you take before you scan? Tips on how to keep yourself secure. Could a QR code put your privacy at risk? You see ...