Screen QR Reader

Read the QR code on the screen.

Screen QR Reader - Chrome Extension for Scanning QR Codes

Screen QR Reader is a straightforward and useful Chrome extension designed to read QR codes from any location on your screen. Whether the code is displayed in a browser window, a different software interface, or even a full-screen view, the extension can easily identify and read it. All it takes is a single click on the extension's icon and a selection of the desired source. The tool can even scan QR codes outside the browser, providing a level of flexibility and robustness rarely found in similar offerings. With its simple operation and no-fuss approach, Screen QR Reader is a must-have tool for those who frequently interact with QR codes.
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Extension stats

By: tk0111
Users: 9,000+
Rating: 2.90
(10)
Version: 0.1.2 (Last updated: 2023-01-31)
Creation date: 2023-01-28
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 134.14K

Other platforms

Screen Recorder (v2.1.6)
3.42 (2,582) 1,314,052+
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

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You can read a QR code from an entire screen, window, or Chrome tab to open a web page. It is as simple as clicking the extension icon and selecting the window, etc. that contains the QR code.

Features

  • QR Codes outside the browser can also be scanned.
  • Simple operation with no confusion

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works great if the QR code is large enough
  • Allows reading QR codes directly from the screen without needing a mobile device
  • Effective for certain users who understand how to use it
Cons
  • Does not open or function properly for some users
  • Issues with reading QR codes, especially if not zoomed in
  • Repeated reports of failure to work with specific pages
Most mentioned
  • Does not work
  • Works great
  • Needs larger QR codes or zoomed in QR codes to function effectively
User reviews
Does not open when clicked
by Lily Lu, 2024-11-30

zoom in on the QR code in browser/file before using the extension. If the QR code is big enough, it works great
by Hannah Phillips, 2024-09-20

根本打不開
by Liu Luke, 2024-09-09
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Screen QR Reader does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Screen QR Reader has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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