How do I scan QR codes on my Galaxy Tab A tablet? Thanks

binao
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edited 24 February 2023 at 12:45PM in Techie Stuff
Please can someone give me guidance on scanning QR codes on my Galaxy Tab A Android Samsung tablet?

If I have to download an app, which one is safe? Thanks.
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  • RumRat
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    Just point the camera at it...
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  • Ayr_Rage
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    Install Google Lens
  • binao
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    Ayr_Rage said:
    Install Google Lens
    Thanks.

    I already  have Lens

    Tried Lens, resulted in listing most common qr codes eg bbc etc.

    Thanks again. 
  • binao
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    RumRat said:
    Just point the camera at it...
    Thanks

    Pointing the camera, nothing.

    Dabbing the "take picture" , nothing.

    I need to be directed to a Web site by the qr code. 

    Thanks again
  • Hi,
    what about trying google play for a scanner?
  • binao
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    Hi,
    what about trying google play for a scanner?
    Do you mean an app.

    Would you like to recommend one or two 🤔 

    Thanks for your i/p
  • [Deleted User]
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    edited 24 February 2023 at 5:04PM
    Hi,
    yes, an app,
    here's what google says.
    1. What's the best QR Code scanner app for iPhone and Android?
    • Kaspersky's QR Scanner.
    • QR and Barcode Scanner by Gamma Play.
    • QR Code Reader by Scan.
    • Bar-Code Reader.
    • NeoReader QR & Barcode Scanner.
    • Quickmark Barcode Scanner.
    • QR Droid and QR Droid Private.

  • binao
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    Hi,
    yes, an app,
    here's what google says.
    1. What's the best QR Code scanner app for iPhone and Android?
    • Kaspersky's QR Scanner.
    • QR and Barcode Scanner by Gamma Play.
    • QR Code Reader by Scan.
    • Bar-Code Reader.
    • NeoReader QR & Barcode Scanner.
    • Quickmark Barcode Scanner.
    • QR Droid and QR Droid Private.

    Kaspersky is in naughtiest land. Sanctions.

    Who's Gamma Play or Scan?

    Thanks again
  • Hi,
    that was just a google search I did, just go into play and make a choice, easy enough uninstall if not happy.
  • binao
    binao Posts: 666 Forumite
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    Hi,
    that was just a google search I did, just go into play and make a choice, easy enough uninstall if not happy.
    Just Google "Does Google Play contain malware".
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