Jotform Guide

Jotform QR Code Scan and Capture QR Code Data in Forms

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Written by Muzi

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Updated May 2026 · 5 min read

💡 Quick Answer

Jotform forms include a QR code / barcode scanner field. When respondents reach this field on a mobile device, they can scan any QR code or barcode with their camera — the decoded value is automatically entered into the form field. Used for inventory tracking, asset management, and check-in workflows.

QR Code Scanner Field in Jotform

The Jotform Barcode / QR Code Scanner widget uses the device camera to scan:

  • QR codes (2D)
  • Barcodes (1D — EAN, UPC, Code 128, Code 39, etc.)
  • Data Matrix codes

The scanned value is decoded and auto-populated into the form field. Works in the Jotform Mobile Forms app and in mobile browsers with camera permission.

Common Use Cases

  • Inventory management: Scan product barcodes to record stock movements
  • Asset tracking: Scan asset QR codes on equipment to log maintenance or checkouts
  • Event check-in: Scan attendee QR code tickets for confirmation
  • Product registration: Customers scan product barcode to register their purchase
  • Library/property checkout: Scan item codes to track who has what

How to Add a QR Scanner to Your Form

  1. Open Form Builder
  2. Click Add Form Element → Widgets
  3. Search for "Barcode" or "QR Code"
  4. Add the Barcode / QR Code Scanner widget to your form
  5. Configure the field label and whether to require the scan
  6. On a mobile device, submitters will see a camera scan button when they reach this field

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Jotform scan QR codes?
Yes. Jotform supports a QR code / barcode scanner field that uses the device camera to scan codes and populate form fields with the encoded data. This is useful for inventory management, asset tracking, event check-in, and product registration workflows.
How is QR code scanning different from QR code generation in Jotform?
Jotform has two QR code features: (1) QR code scanner — a form field where respondents scan a QR/barcode using their camera to auto-populate form data; (2) QR code generator — creates a QR code that links to your form, so people can scan it to open the form. This page covers the scanner (data input); see the QR code generator page for the other feature.