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Using the camera to scan

Pick & Pack uses your device's rear camera as a barcode scanner. The camera overlay opens automatically when you need to scan an item. How scanning works The camera overlay opens automatically at the scan step Point your camera at the item's barcode — hold the device 10–30 cm away The scanner reads the barcode automatically — no button press needed A success sound plays and the item is confirmed T
Updated 11 days ago

Pick & Pack uses your device's rear camera as a barcode scanner. The camera overlay opens automatically when you need to scan an item.

How scanning works

  1. The camera overlay opens automatically at the scan step

  2. Point your camera at the item's barcode — hold the device 10–30 cm away

  3. The scanner reads the barcode automatically — no button press needed

  4. A success sound plays and the item is confirmed

  5. The overlay closes and the app advances to the next step

Tips for reliable scanning

  • Ensure the barcode is well-lit — tap the torch icon in the overlay for low-light environments

  • Keep the device steady until the scan registers

  • If barcodes are small or tightly printed, move the device closer

  • Clean the camera lens if scanning is inconsistent

Adjusting scan speed

Go to Settings → Scanner to set scan speed:

  • Slow — longer cooldown between accepted scans; use if double-scans are occurring

  • Normal — default setting for most environments

  • Fast — shorter cooldown for fast-moving pick lines

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