{"id":955,"date":"2022-09-08T23:56:55","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T18:56:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thecelldesk.com\/?p=955"},"modified":"2023-02-17T00:48:38","modified_gmt":"2023-02-16T19:48:38","slug":"how-to-scan-qr-codes-on-samsung-galaxy-a12","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thecelldesk.com\/how-to-scan-qr-codes-on-samsung-galaxy-a12\/","title":{"rendered":"Want To Scan QR Codes on Samsung Galaxy A12? [Try Out These Methods]"},"content":{"rendered":"
We come across many situations in daily routines upfronting QR codes. Despite having a smartphone, we fail to scan the QR codes perfectly without knowing the exact methods. In this guide, we are going to help you in scanning QR codes on your Samsung Galaxy A12. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are basically two different terms barcode and QR code. So don’t be confused with it. QR codes are more loaded with information than barcodes and hence provide more information about the particular thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The structure of the QR code depends on height and width which makes it two-dimensional. Furthermore, it can be easily readable by the camera of the smartphone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Therefore rather than using some third-party apps to scan QR codes, we can use the built-in camera app in the latest smartphones to get this job done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are multiple methods that can be used to scan QR codes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Built-in method is preferable if you want to avoid third-party apps. You can also find the built-in method more fast and easy to use by just following some simple steps. Let’s discuss all of the methods in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Samsung Galaxy A12 built-in camera comes with the feature of Scan QR codes. So, you don’t need to look for the QR code scanner in your smartphone anywhere else. Just open the camera app and you can start scanning the QR code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before going to scan the QR code with your phone camera, first, make sure that the scan QR code feature is enabled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here is how you can find the Scan QR Code option in the camera settings of your Samsung Galaxy A12,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once, you are done with enabling the Scan QR codes feature in the camera app settings, now proceed to the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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You can also access the Scan QR code feature directly from the quick panel of your Samsung Galaxy A12 by following the below simple steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That’s it, you have successfully scanned QR codes with the built-in camera app of your phone. Moreover, you can also utilize the default Google app feature known as Google lens for this purpose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, allow all the permissions to the Google app related to the camera on your Samsung Galaxy A12. Follow the steps below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Launch the “Settings”<\/strong> on your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 2: Next, tap “apps” <\/strong>and search for “Google”<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 3: Select “Google”<\/strong> and tap “Permissions”<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 4: Select “Camera”<\/strong> options among other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 5: Tap the option “Allow only while using the app”<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That’s it, you are done with scanning the QR code using the Google lens with your built-in camera app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n OR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have an older version of the Google lens app and it is present in the camera app, then you can follow the below steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Head over to the camera app on your smartphone and open it. Let’s not be confused with it, here I am talking about the built-in camera app, not the third-party camera apps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Therefore, do consider launching the built-in camera app on your smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, place the QR code into the frame and then tap the targetted area such as the QR code. Once, the information pop-ups out of the QR code. Now, finally, tap the popup information. In case of any web address, then you will be directed to that particular web page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you prefer using the third-party app for scanning QR codes on your Samsung Galaxy A12, then you should download and install QR & Barcode scanner app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 1: Download QR & Barcode Scanner app<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 2: Once, downloaded the app, now launch the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 3: It will ask you to allow several permissions including the camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 4: Proceed with allowing all the permissions to the QR & Barcode scanner app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 5: Finally, place the QR code in the frame to let the camera focus on it accurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 6: Now, it will start scanning the QR code and will pop up with the information contained in the QR code. The information could be pointed to a web address or discount codes or restaurant menu etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That’s it, you have successfully scanned the QR code on your Samsung Galaxy A12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you encounter any issue while scanning the QR code on your Samsung Galaxy A12, then follow the below solutions to fix it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most recommended method to adopt at first while facing any kind of issue is to soft reset your phone. This also refers to restarting\/rebooting your phone. Follow the steps below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n That’s how you can perform a soft reset on your Samsung Galaxy A12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After targeting the QR code with your camera and it starts scanning, but you didn’t get any response, then try out this hack. Hopefully, you will get the required result by scanning the QR code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This hack includes directing your default camera app to launch Google Lens, here’s how you can do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Launch the Camera App<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tap The Google Lens Icon <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Fixed QR Code in the Frame<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How To Scan QR Codes Using Third-Party Apps?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What If Scanning QR Code Not Working on Samsung Galaxy A12?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Soft Reset your Samsung Galaxy A12<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Clear The App Cache<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Long Press The Screen While Taking Scanning QR Code<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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