To scan a QR code on an iPhone, follow these steps:
- Open the Camera app from the Home Screen, Lock Screen, or Control Center. You can also swipe left from the Lock Screen to quickly access the Camera
- Point your iPhone camera at the QR code so it appears clearly in the viewfinder. Hold the device steady for a couple of seconds until the camera recognizes the QR code
- When the QR code is detected, a notification or banner will appear on the screen with a link or relevant action. Tap the notification to open the link or perform the associated action
- If you want quicker access to scanning, you can add the Code Scanner to Control Center :
- Go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls.
- Tap the plus (+) sign next to Code Scanner to add it.
- Then, swipe down to open Control Center and tap the Code Scanner icon to scan QR codes directly
- Ensure QR code scanning is enabled in your camera settings:
- Open Settings > Camera.
- Make sure Scan QR Codes is toggled on (green)
Additional tips:
- If the camera has trouble focusing, tap the screen where the QR code is displayed or adjust the distance between your iPhone and the QR code
- Make sure the QR code is well-lit and not damaged or obscured
- You can also scan QR codes from images in your Photos app using Live Text by tapping the QR code in the photo to open its link
This method works on iPhones with iOS 11 and later, including recent models like iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15
