π Introduction
Samsung phones make scanning QR codes extremely easy thanks to One UIβs built-in features π².
You donβt need to install any third-party app β everything is already available on your device β
.
In this guide, youβll learn all working methods to scan QR codes on Samsung One UI, whether youβre using the Camera app, Quick Settings, or Samsung Internet.
β What Is Samsung One UI QR Scanner?
Samsung One UI includes native QR scanning features integrated into:
- Camera app πΈ
- Quick Settings panel βοΈ
- Samsung Internet browser π
These tools allow fast and secure QR scanning without downloads.
β Method 1: Scan QR Code Using Samsung Camera App
This is the most common and fastest method.
πͺ Steps:
- Open the Camera app
- Point it at the QR code
- Wait for the link popup
- Tap the link to open π
βοΈ Works on One UI 2.0+
βοΈ No app required
β Method 2: Enable QR Scanner from Quick Settings
If camera scanning is disabled, use Quick Settings.
πͺ Steps:
- Swipe down from the top of the screen
- Tap QR Scanner
- Point the camera at the QR code
- Open the detected link
π You may need to add QR Scanner to Quick Settings first.
β Method 3: Scan QR Code Using Samsung Internet Browser
Samsung Internet also supports QR scanning π.
πͺ Steps:
- Open Samsung Internet
- Tap the menu (β‘)
- Select Scan QR code
- Scan and open the link
π Samsung QR Scanning Methods Comparison
| Method | App Needed | Speed | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camera App | β No | βββββ | Quick scans |
| Quick Settings | β No | ββββ | Disabled camera scan |
| Samsung Internet | β No | βββ | Browser users |
βοΈ How to Enable QR Scanning on Samsung (If Not Working)
If QR scanning doesnβt work:
- Open Camera Settings
- Enable Scan QR codes
- Restart the Camera app
βοΈ Works instantly after enabling.
π Is Samsung QR Scanning Safe?
Yes π Samsungβs built-in QR scanner:
- Does not store data
- Warns before opening links
- Avoids unnecessary permissions
Always double-check unknown QR links π.
β FAQs β Scan QR Code on Samsung One UI
β Do Samsung phones need QR scanner apps?
No β One UI has built-in QR scanning.
β Which One UI versions support QR scanning?
One UI 2.0 and newer versions support it.
β Can I scan QR codes from images?
Yes β Use Gallery app or Google Lens.
β Does Samsung QR scanner work offline?
Scanning works offline, but opening links requires internet π.
β What if QR scanning is missing?
Enable it from Camera Settings or Quick Settings.
π― Final Thoughts
Scanning QR codes on Samsung One UI is fast, secure, and completely app-free π.
With multiple built-in options, Samsung offers one of the best QR scanning experiences on Android.
π Scan and create QR codes effortlessly with FreeQRtools.com.