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How to Scan a QR Code From a Screenshot
When the QR code is on the same screen as you, pointing your camera at it doesn't work. Here's the alternative.
Published May 2, 2026 · Updated June 5, 2026
The workflow
Screenshot the QR code, upload to our QR scanner, copy the decoded text or open the link.
- Take a screenshot that contains the QR code (any phone or desktop screenshot tool).
- Open the QR Code Scanner.
- Drop the screenshot.
- Click Scan QR codes.
- Copy the decoded text or open the link.
When you have multiple codes
If the image contains more than one QR code, the scanner lists each decoded value separately. Use Copy all to grab every result at once.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work on phone screenshots?
Yes. Phone gallery screenshots upload directly from the camera roll.
Can it decode WiFi or vCard QR codes?
Yes — anything stored as text inside the QR. You may need to format the decoded result manually.
Try it now: QR Code Scanner
Decode one or many QR codes from an image.