If your Android device is not scanning a QR code, there could be a number of potential issues at play.

Free software on your phone or tablet lets you scan, create, edit, annotate and even sign digitized documents on the go.

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

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