Scanning on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro: QR-Codes, documents and barcodes without unnecessary applications

Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro – budget smartphone with a good camera, which perfectly copes not only with photos, but also with scanning QR-But many people don't know that the scanning functionality is built into the default system and doesn't require third-party applications. In this article, we'll look at all the ways to scan on Redmi 8 Pro, including hidden chips. MIUI, setting up the camera for better recognition and solving typical problems.

The Redmi 8 Pro features a direct scanning capability through the standard Camera app (without additional plugins) and a built-in Scanner app (in some regions it may be called Mi Scanner), with recognition quality depending on the lighting, tilt angle, and even the MIUI firmware version. We tested all methods on current versions of the software and found the best settings for different types of code.

1. Scanning. QR-codes through a standard camera

The fastest way to scan QR-The code on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro is to use the built-in camera. The code recognition function is activated by default, but it can be turned on/off in the settings. Here's how it works:

Open the Camera app and point the lens at QR-If the function is active, a notification will appear on the screen asking you to click on the link or save the data. If nothing happens, check the settings:

• 🔍 Go to the camera. → Settings (cogs) → Scan. QR-code.
• 🔄 Make sure the switch is on (should be blue).
• 📱 If you don’t have an option, update the Camera app via Play Market.

Important: on the Redmi 8 Pro, scanning only works in Photo mode (not in Video or Portrait).If the code is not recognized, try bringing the phone closer (distance 10-20 cm) or increase the brightness of the screen.

💡

If QR-code on the screen of another device, reduce the brightness of the second screen – this will reduce glare and improve recognition.

2.Use of the built-in Scanner application (Mi Scanner)

On some firmware MIUI The Scanner (or Mi Scanner) application is preinstalled, which can recognize not only the scanner QR-codes, but also barcodes, and also save the scanned data to history:

1. Open the Scanner from the app menu (if not, install the official Xiaomi Scanner app from the Play Market).
2. The app automatically detects the type (QR, EAN, PDF417, etc.) and suggests an action.
3. Product barcodes may require manual focusing – tap the screen in the code area.

The Mi Scanner has the advantage of supporting scanning documents (passports, driver's licenses) with automatic framing and clarity improvements, but in some regions this application is not out of the box - it needs to be downloaded separately.

3. Scanning of barcodes of goods

Barcodes (EAN-13, UPC Redmi 8 Pro scans are worse than others QR-codes, because of the lower density of information:

• 📦 Use Mi Scanner or third-party apps like Barcode Scanner.
• 💡 Turn on the flashlight (long press on the power button) → Lantern).
• 🔎 Keep the phone parallel to the surface with the code (angle no more than 30)°).
• 📏 The optimal distance is 15-30 cm (too close or far degrades focus).

If the barcode is damaged or printed on a glossy surface (such as a package), try:

1. Rub the code with a napkin (remove glare).
2. Take a picture of it and zoom in on the gallery.
3. Use the Google Lens app (recognizes even partially erased codes).

4. Document scanning (passport, receipts, tickets)

The Redmi 8 Pro can be used as a portable document scanner, but it will require you to set up your camera properly. QR-And what's important here is not the speed of recognition, but the clarity and the absence of distortion:

1. Place the document on a flat surface with good lighting (avoid shadows).
2. Open the Camera and switch to Document (if any) or Photo mode.
3. Activate manual focus: tap the screen in the text area and hold until the AE/AF Lock is written.
4. Take a picture, then trim the edges in the Gallery app (Pruning Tool).

To improve quality:

• 📸 Use the regimen. HDR (camera-setting).
• 🔦 Turn off the flash - it creates glare on glossy documents.
• 📄 For multi-page documents, use applications like CamScanner or Adobe Scan.

Make sure there is good lighting (no shadows)

Clean the camera lens of fingerprints

Disable HDR if a document with small text

Use a delay timer (2 seconds) to avoid shaking-->

5. Solving scanning problems

If the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro does not recognize codes or documents, the reasons may be both software and hardware.

If the problem persists after all the manipulations, check:

• 🔄 Software Updates: Go to Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📱 Camera resolutions: c Settings → Annexes → Camera. → Permits must be included Camera and Warehouse.
• 🔧 Resetting camera settings: in Settings → Annexes → Camera. → Warehouse → Clear the data (Warning: reset all camera settings!).

💡

On the Redmi 8 Pro with MIUI 12+ scanning QR-The codes are more stable through the camera than on earlier versions. MIUI 11 or lower, it is recommended to update the firmware.

6. Alternative scanning methods

If standard methods do not work, you can use third-party applications or MIUI system chips.

• 🔍 Google Lens: Built into Google Photos or available as a standalone app, recognizes text, codes, and even plants.
• 📄 CamScanner: Specializes in documents, automatically aligns and improves clarity.
• 🛒 Barcode Scanner (ZXing Team): Quickly reads barcodes of goods and displays product information.
• 📱 Fast teams MIUI: Add the scanner widget to the home screen for quick access.

To scan text from screens (such as phone numbers or addresses), it is convenient to use Google Lens:

1. Open Google Photos or Google Assistant.
2. Click on the Lens icon (in the form of a circle with a dot).
3. Point the camera at the text – the application will suggest copying or translating it.

On Redmi 8 Pro with MIUI 13+, the text scanning function through Google Lens works even without an Internet connection (offline mode), but you need to pre-download language packs in the application settings.

7. Optimize the camera for better scanning

The scan quality of the Redmi 8 Pro is directly dependent on the camera settings. Here are the options that you should adjust:

• 📸 Resolution: Set 12 MP (C Camera Settings) → Photo resolution: Higher resolution won't improve recognition, but it will increase file size.
• 🔦 Flash: Turn it off for documents (glare spoils clarity), but turn it on for codes in dark rooms.
• 🎯 Focus: Use a manual focus (touch the screen and hold until it appears) AE/AF Lock).
• 🌓 Exposure: Reduce brightness (slider down) if the code is on a light background.

To scan small barcodes (for example, on medications):

1. Activate macro mode (if available) or use Ultra-wide lens (switch to 0.6x in camera).
2. Increase the zoom to 1.5x-2x, but no more, otherwise there will be noise.
3. Take a few pictures and choose the clearest one.

💡

If you scan code on a curved surface (like a bottle), use Panorama mode in the camera – it better copes with distortion.

8.Safety in scanning QR-code

QR-The codes may contain not only useful links, but also phishing sites or malicious commands. The Redmi 8 Pro has basic protection enabled by default, but it is not enough:

• 🛡️ Do not scan codes from suspicious sources (stickers on the street, messages from strangers).
• 🔗 Before clicking on the link, check her address (should start with the https://, not http://).
• 📱 Install an antivirus (such as Dr.Web or Kaspersky) to check links.
• 🔄 If after scanning the phone began to brake, restart it in safe mode (press the power button). → Safe regime).

Redmi 8 Pro with MIUI 12+ has a built-in Fraud Protection feature:

1. Go to Settings. → PapaSSWORD & SECURITY → Protection against fraud.
2. Turn on the link check option.
3. Now, when scanning suspicious QR-The system will display a warning.

⚠️ Note: On the Redmi 8 Pro with an unlocked bootloader, the risk of catching a virus through the Internet is high. QR-If you have installed custom firmware, use only verified scanners (for example, VirusTotal for link verification).

FAQ: Frequent scanning questions on Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro