The short version
Open Camera, point at the QR, tap the yellow notification.
Step-by-step
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Step 1
Open the Camera app
Tap the Camera icon on your home screen.
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Step 2
Make sure QR scanning is enabled
Tap the Settings gear in the Camera app and confirm "Scan QR codes" is on. On older One UI versions, the setting is under "Smart features" or "Camera assistant".
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Step 3
Point at the QR code
Hold the camera steady so the QR fills a meaningful portion of the frame.
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Step 4
Tap the yellow QR banner
Samsung shows a prompt with the destination URL — tap it to open in your default browser.
If it doesn't work
- If "Scan QR codes" doesn't appear in Camera Settings, your One UI version may be too old — try Bixby Vision instead.
- Bixby Vision has a dedicated QR mode if the Camera approach doesn't work: open it from the camera viewfinder or apps menu.
- Samsung Internet browser also has a built-in QR scanner — open the browser, tap the menu, then "QR code scanner".
Frequently asked questions
Where is the QR scanner on Samsung Galaxy?
Most newer Galaxy phones scan from the Camera app directly — no separate scanner is needed. Older models may rely on Bixby Vision or Samsung Internet's built-in scanner.
How do I turn on QR scanning in Samsung Camera?
Open Camera → Settings (gear icon) → toggle "Scan QR codes" on. The exact label varies by One UI version — sometimes it's under "Smart features" or "Camera assistant".
Can I scan a QR code with Bixby Vision?
Yes. Open the Camera app, tap the Bixby Vision icon (an eye or AR symbol), pick QR mode, and point at the code. Bixby Vision works on Galaxy S8 and later.