QR Code Reader

QR Code Reader

A chrome extension for reading QR code from webpage.

What is QR Code Reader?
The 'QR Code Reader' is a unique extension developed for Chrome browser users. It is adept at decoding any QR codes present on the webpage you are currently browsing. This tool allows you to unlock the information stored in QR codes with just a simple click on the extension icon or by using a keyboard shortcut 'Command/Ctrl+Shift+S'. However, the reader may not be able to decode multiple codes on one page or some complex QR codes.
Stats
By: QRExt
Users: 200,000+
Rating: 3.78 (59)
Version: 2.0.1 (Last updated: 2023-07-05)
Creation date: 2018-11-24
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • unlimitedStorage
  • storage
Size: 445.44K
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Summary

If there is a QR code on the webpage you are browsing, How do you know the content of that QR Code. Don't Worry, this extension comes to the rescue. QR Code Reader can show the content from the current webpage for you.

Usage: Click extension icon or use Command/Ctrl+Shift+S shortcut to read QR code on current tab.

Known Issues: Can't read multiple QR codes in one page. Unable to decode some QR code.

User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Automatically detects QR codes on websites
  • Has the option to read QR codes from PDFs when zoomed in
  • Includes features like Auto-save, online decoding, history limit, sharing
  • User-friendly interface and aesthetically pleasing UI after update
  • Multiple QR code reading options such as saved image, webcam, current tab
Cons
  • Cannot recognize QR codes in PDFs without zooming in
  • Some users experience it as not working or unable to find QR codes
  • Lack of functionality in popup windows on some sites
  • Does not provide the option to select and scan a QR code within a complex image
  • Limited capability in reading multiple QR codes on a page
Most mentioned
  • Need to zoom in on PDFs to recognize QR codes
  • User interface aesthetics and functionality
  • Automatic QR code detection and decoding
  • Inability to scan QR codes with system camera
  • Simple and effective usage for QR code reading
Recent reviews
Harika bir uzantı eğer bir QR var ise sitede sizi uğraştırmadan otomatik olarak okuyor.
by Burak Gündoğdu Burak Gündoğdu, 2024-03-16

There is ONE caveat with this to recognize QR codes within any PDF's opened inside the Chrome browser YOU MUST ZOOM INTO THE QR CODE AS FAR AS YOU CAN. There is one other similar QR reader app I'd recommend as an alternative to this chrome extension: QR Code Reader for Google Chrome™ (Source link at bottom). It may seem like a less refined extension but it works wonderfully has multiple ways to read QR codes (Saved image, webcam, webpage) and also works in PDF's opened in Chrome. It may not look nearly as refined as the extension on this page but simplicity is elegance....and I like the other one mentioned above and linked at the bottom. Here is a quick elaboration on some of it's features: -> "Image" Can parse saved QR code image files on your PC (Even if using snip tool or PRINT SCREEN, jpg, png, ect.) -> "Camera" You can use your built in or USB PC/laptop webcam and hold up a printed page with a QR code on it ect. -> "Current Tab" option will strip out any QR codes from webpages or PDF's opened in Chrome though YOU MUST ZOOM IN TO THEM for this to work on this alternative extension as well be sure you have only one QR code showing when zoomed in and it will pick it up and produce a clickable link to the URL data. **NOTE**: ***When working with PDFs to extract a single QR code the pdf needs to be zoomed in to recognize the QR code**** I hope this helps someone with the need for these specific features! Source: You can find this extension here if you need these simple features https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/gmloihcgbhbonllenincdakeijmikcne (QR Code Reader for Google Chrome™ by: qr-scanner.pdfwork.com)
by Benjamin Benjamin, 2024-03-05

A Must use extension for reading reading and creating QR codes. Has many features like Auto save, online decoding, history limit, sharing etc. Love the online option for reading multiple QR readers.
by Sudhakar B Sudhakar B, 2023-07-04
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Safety
Risk impact

QR Code Reader may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

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