Windows Phone as a scanner - it's that easy
A Windows Phone can also be used as a scanner without an additional app. We show you step by step how to read QR codes, EAN codes, texts and all other barcodes with the Windows Phone.
Windows Phone: Scan QR and bar codes
- Tap the magnifying glass icon on the bottom right of the smartphone so that the search opens. Then select the "Scan" option here.
- Now you can, for example, scan a QR code or an EAN code. Hold the code in front of the camera and wait for the code to be recognized correctly.
- All information from the code is then output to you via the "Results" button. QR codes are usually websites that are then opened directly.
- Note: Alternatively, you can also scan texts with the Windows Phone. Simply select the "Scan text" option.
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