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Classic UI scanning modes

Example app

The following use cases have been compiled into a dedicated example app. Too see the complete source code of the code snippets provided here, check out the example app on GitHub.

Scanning a single barcode

The Scanbot Barcode Scanner SDK is quick and easy to integrate by design. Even in its default configuration, the Scanbot SDK scans barcodes rapidly and reliably in challenging conditions. Notably, all scanning operations are performed offline on the device itself, which ensures high speed and maximum data privacy.

Scanning a single barcode with the Android Barcode Scanner

Scanning single barcode
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Still, there are specific use cases where tweaking the configuration can significantly improve the user experience and scanning performance, such as scanning multiple barcodes at once or scanning tiny or distant barcodes.

Scanning multiple barcodes

If you need to scan multiple barcodes simultaneously, you can configure the SDK to detect and extract all barcodes visible in the live view. This functionality can be complemented with an AR Overlay for visually highlighting the barcodes in view.

Scanning a multiple barcodes with the Android Barcode Scanner

Scanning multiple barcodes
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Batch scanning

Batch scanning, like multi-barcode scanning, allows users to scan multiple unique barcodes within a single session. A viewfinder added to the live view helps users target only the desired codes, improving their scan experience and control.

Batch scanning with the Android Barcode Scanner

Batch Scanning
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Scanning tiny barcodes

Are you dealing with very small barcodes like those typically found on electrical components? In this case, you can explicitly set a short focus distance for the camera. This adjustment allows the device to be moved very close to the small barcodes without losing focus. This improves the sharpness of the image and the scanning performance.

Scanning tiny barcodes with the Android Barcode Scanner

Scanning tiny barcodes
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Scanning distant barcodes

In scenarios where barcodes are positioned in hard-to-reach locations, you can significantly improve the scanning experience by using the camera’s optical zoom functionality. The Scanbot SDK allows you to enable and control both the optical and digital zoom. This ensures a suitable image crop for distant barcodes.

Scanning distant barcodes with the Android Barcode Scanner

Scanning distant barcodes
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Detecting barcodes on still images

The Scanbot Barcode Scanner SDK offers a functionality for reading barcodes from still images, such as photos or PDFs imported from the device's image gallery.

Detecting barcodes on still images
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AR Overlay scanning modes

Proving better an extra layer of feedback for the user in the live view is useful for a range of scanning use cases. With the Barcode Scanner SDK's AR Overlay, you can highlight barcodes to provide feedback on scanned barcodes or locate specific items.

Please refer to the AR Overlay section to learn more.

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