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 ...
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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 ...
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Google Messages Now Lets You Verify Chats with QR Codes, Block Scam Links Automatically

Key Verifier uses QR codes to authenticate encrypted messages. To use it, users open a conversation in Google Messages, tap a ...