ScanQR

ScanQR

Scans QR codes using your webcam.

What is ScanQR?
"ScanQR" is a handy Chrome extension that allows users to scan QR codes using their webcam. Compatible with various devices, it captures and deciphers QR codes, converting them to easily readable texts. It currently works best with Chromebook Pixel, Samsung ARM Chromebook, Acer C7 Chromebook, and certain versions of MacBook Pro. The functionality with other devices may depend on the size of the QR code and focusing capabilities of the webcam. The developer intents to improve compatibility as Chrome allows manipulation of camera focus settings.
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By: Mike Tsao
Users: 3,000,000+
Rating: 2.88 (187)
Version: 0.0.4.0 (Last updated: 2019-03-05)
Creation date: 2019-03-04
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • videoCapture
Size: 53.77K
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Summary

Scans QR codes and displays their contents on a Chromebook or other computer with a suitable webcam. What's a "suitable" webcam? It's one that can focus the QR code within the red square in the app sharply enough that the app can decode it. My test results:

  • Chromebook Pixel: yes
  • Samsung ARM Chromebook: yes
  • Acer C7 Chromebook: yes
  • CR48: yes
  • 2009 MacBook Pro: yes, except for very small, dense QR codes
  • 2011 iMac: no, unless the QR code is ridiculously large (over one foot across)

If Chrome implements an API to let developers adjust camera-focus settings, I'll be able to improve the app to work with more cameras.

Source: https://github.com/sowbug/scanqr-app

User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Convenience when it was functional
  • Compatible with certain devices
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Stops working after a while
  • Unable to read QR codes
  • Does not respond or launch
  • Cannot uninstall
  • Issues with camera capability
Most mentioned
  • Does not read QR codes
  • Problems with launching the application
  • Compatibility issues
Recent reviews
Tôi không thích nó.

i dnload it and it worked
by MALICK HAMENOU MALICK HAMENOU, 2024-03-09

ゴミ
by Emma Emma, 2023-09-20
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Safety
Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

ScanQR has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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