Your Android or iPhone can probably already scan QR codes. Here's how to do it no matter what phone you have.

You can scan a QR code on your Android phone or tablet using the default Camera app or the Google Lens feature in the Google Search app.

Use the built-in camera app on your Android device to scan a quick response (QR) code, or use a code scanner on older models.

Some developers would lead you to believe you need to download their app to scan QR codes. Spoiler: Your phone can do that with built-in features.

If you're on an Android device, however, there are three best ways to scan a QR code: Google Lens, your native camera app, and a third-party app.

These instructions are for Android phones. If you have an Apple iPhone, please hop on over to our article for how to scan a QR code on iPhone. The easiest way to scan a QR code can vary depending ...

Open the Camera app on your Android Device Alternatively, open the respective “Quick Settings” menu on your device, and see if there is a “Scan QR code” button. Tap on that function instead.