Do you want to quickly scan a QR code, but cannot find your phone? Then follow this easy guide to Scan QR Codes on Windows 11/10 PC.

QR codes are designed to be scanned using a camera, such as those found on your smartphone. QR code scanning is built into many camera apps for Android and iOS.

QR codes are a close cousin of the bar codes on product packaging that cashiers scan with infrared scanners to let the checkout computer know what products are being purchased.

Why is my Microsoft Phone Link not generating a QR code? If there is an internet connection problem on your computer, the Phone Link app won’t generate the QR code.