How to Scan Codes With Your iPhone Camera

Your iPhone is packed with smart features that make everyday tasks easier and scanning QR codes is one of them. Whether you're at a café scanning a digital menu, making a contactless payment, or accessing a quick link, your iPhone camera can handle it all without the need for any additional apps.

In this blog, we’ll show you how to easily scan QR codes using your iPhone camera. Let's get started!

How to Scan Codes on iPhone

1. Open the Camera App: Unlock your iPhone and open the Camera app from the home screen, lock screen, or Control Center.

2. Point the Camera at the Code: Make sure the entire QR code or barcode fits within the viewfinder. Hold steady for a moment.

3. Wait for the Notification: A banner will appear at the top of your screen with a preview of the link or action.

4. Tap the Notification: Tap it to open the link, app, or feature associated with the code.

Step 1: Open the Camera App

Unlock your iPhone and open the Camera app. You can find it on your Home Screen, Lock Screen, or in the Control Center.

Step 2: Point the Camera at the Code

Position your iPhone so that the entire QR code or barcode is visible within the camera's viewfinder. Hold your device still for a brief moment to allow it to focus.

Step 3: Wait for the Notification

Once the camera recognizes the code, a notification banner will appear at the top of your screen. This banner will give you a preview of the link or the action associated with the code.

Step 4: Tap the Notification

Tap on the notification banner. This will open the link in Safari, launch the relevant app, or activate the feature encoded in the QR code. You're all set!

How Can You Make Sure QR Scanning Is Enabled on Your iPhone?

Before you start scanning, it’s important to check that the QR code scanning feature is turned on in your iPhone settings. This feature is usually enabled by default, but it’s worth confirming just to be sure.

To do this, go to Settings on your iPhone, scroll down and tap on Camera, then look for the option labeled Scan QR Codes. Make sure the switch next to it is turned on (green). If it’s off, tap the toggle to enable it.

With this setting turned on, your iPhone’s Camera app will automatically detect and highlight any QR code it sees making the scanning process quick and seamless.

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