Kuika's Scan Barcode action allows you to identify barcodes or QR codes using the device's camera and automatically transfer this data to the application. This action greatly improves the user experience for product information, inventory management, and quick data entry. Barcode or QR code scanning minimises data entry errors and increases processing speed.

Technical Features

Web and Mobile Application Support: Works on both web applications (using a webcam) and mobile applications (using the rear camera).
Code Types: Can scan barcodes (1D) and QR codes (2D).
Usage Area: Can be used in many scenarios such as product identification, stock tracking, access controls, and event records.
User Interaction: Usually initiated by button clicks or screen triggers.

Scan Barcode Action Application Steps

1. Open your project on the Kuika Platform

2. Create a Button in the UI Design Module

In the UI Design screen, drag a Button element from the Elements panel on the left and drop it onto the application screen.
Enter a label such as ‘Scan Barcode’ or ‘Scan QR Code’ in the Label property of the button.

3. Add the Scan Barcode Action

Select the button and add the Device > Scan Barcode action from the + ADD ACTION menu according to the desired trigger event (Initial Actions, OnClick, OnBlur, etc.).

Use Case: Updating Stock Information by Scanning Product Barcodes

In a retail application, employees quickly update stock information by scanning product barcodes or QR codes. This reduces errors caused by manual data entry and increases processing speed.

Enabling Barcode Scanning

Enter the UI Design module and drag a Button element from the left panel and drop it on the screen.
Enter ‘Scan Barcode’ in the Label property of the button.
Select the button and add the Initial Actions → Device → Scan Barcode action from the + ADD ACTION menu.

Post-Scan Data Processing

When the user clicks the button, the device camera opens and barcode/QR code scanning begins.
The scanned barcode or QR code data is matched with the relevant product in the application database.
If product information is found, it is displayed on the screen and the user can perform operations such as updating stock.

Scan Barcode Action Advanced Customisations

Code Type Filtering: Filters can be applied to scan only barcodes or only QR codes.
Multiple Scanning: Supports scanning multiple barcodes in succession.
Error Management: A notification message can be displayed to the user when an invalid code is read.
Automatic Data Recording: The read data can be automatically filled in the relevant fields or a process can be triggered.

Technical Risks

Camera Permission: The device must have permission to use the camera.
Environmental Conditions: Poor lighting or dirty barcodes can make scanning difficult.
Reading Speed: Reading may be delayed for complex or damaged codes.

The Scan Barcode action is an ideal tool for fast, practical and error-free data entry on the Kuika platform. You can easily integrate it into your application and enhance the user experience.