How to use your smartphone camera as a scanner
LWMS allows you to use your smartphone camera to scan barcodes, working similarly to a barcode scanner.
This feature is currently in beta, so we recommend using Google Chrome as your browser to ensure the best performance.
Requirements
Before starting, make sure that:
• You are using a smartphone with a working camera
• You are accessing LWMS through the Google Chrome browser
• You allow camera access when prompted by the browser
How to use the camera as a scanner
- Open LWMS on your smartphone using Google Chrome.
- Go to the screen where you would normally scan a barcode (for example, receiving, picking, or putaway).
- Tap the barcode input field.
- Select the option to use the device camera.
- The camera will open automatically.
- Point the camera at the product barcode until it is recognized.
- The code will be automatically inserted into the input field.
Recommendations
For best results:
• Ensure good lighting when scanning the barcode
• Keep the camera steady during the scan
• Avoid reflections or damaged barcodes
If the scan does not work properly, try adjusting the distance between the camera and the barcode or check whether the barcode is clearly visible.