They can be great time-savers, but they're not always obvious in how to use them, particularly if you have an older Android phone. Here's how to scan a QR code with any phone.

By following these steps, you can easily scan QR codes from images on your mobile device, making it convenient to access information without needing to print or display the QR code physically.

The QR code will appear on your screen. Ask the Android user to scan the QR code using their camera app or a QR scanner. This should automatically connect their device to your Wi-Fi network.

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