QR codes are easy to use, if you know how to access the information they contain and have an internet connection.

You can scan a QR code using the camera on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Scanning QR codes lets you easily access websites, restaurant menus, videos, and more.

TECH How to scan a QR code with your iPhone or Android phone (no apps needed) QR codes are those pixelated squares you see in restaurants, advertisements, stores, food packaging, business cards ...

In iOS 11, the native camera app includes functionality that allows you to scan QR codes and access QR code content like URLs without having to download a third-party app.

There are three different ways to scan QR codes on your iPhone, each with its own advantages. Here's how to use them and why you might want to pick one over the others.

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.