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.

There are plenty of ways to scan QR codes on a laptop, but you may not realize how easy it is to do with a little help from software or apps.

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.

If you want to scan documents on Android, we take a look at some of the best apps to do so When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.