How to scan a QR code with your iPad camera

On iPad, you can use Camera or Control Center to scan Quick Response (QR) codes for websites, apps, coupons, tickets, and more. In Camera’s Photo mode, a link appears at the bottom of the screen once the QR code is inside the camera frame. With the Scan Code control in Control Center, you can even add more light with the flashlight.

Use Camera to scan a QR code

1. Open Camera on your iPad.
2. In Photo mode, position iPad so that the QR code appears inside the camera frame.
3. Tap the link that appears at the bottom of the screen.

Use Control Center to scan a QR code

1. Open Control Center on your iPad.
2. If you don’t see the Scan Code control, add it to Control Center (see Customize controls).
3. Tap the Scan Code button. Position iPad so that the code appears on the screen.

   Tip: Tap the flashlight to add more light.

See also

• Use Live Text with your iPad camera
• Capture an email address from a photo