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How to scan QR codes with your iPhone or iPad

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<p>QR codes can be really handy. A grid of seemingly random black-and-white squares can hold enough information to store website URLs, contact information, email addresses, pre-defined SMS text messages, and even your WiFi SSID and password.</p><p>Put a QR code on your business card, and people can copy all your contact info into their phone in a heartbeat. Post a QR code somewhere in your house, and guests can use it to instantly sign on to your Wi-Fi network.</p><p>You used to need a third-party app to scan QR codes, but with iOS 11 Apple built it right into the camera app. It couldn't be easier to use.</p><h2 class="toc">How to scan a QR code</h2>
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<li>First, open the Camera app.</li>
<li>Then, point the camera at a QR code so it can see it clearly.</li>
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<p>That's it! A notification should pop up with an action based on the QR code scanned. If it contains a Wi-Fi SSID and passcode, you can join the network with just a tap without the need for typing or tinkering with the Settings menu. If it contains contact info, you'll be prompted to add the person to your iPhone's Contacts.</p><p class="jumpTag"><a href="/article/3286193/ios/how-to-scan-qr-codes-with-your-iphone-or-ipad.html#jump">To read this article in full, please click here[/url]</p></section></article>

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