Use Scandit

Note: Barcode scanning is supported for Core plans and above. See AppSheet pricing.

AppSheet can read data from a barcode or QR code using the camera on your phone or tablet, or an external barcode reader. AppSheet supports multiple options for barcode scanning on your mobile device, as described in Use a barcode scanner. This section describes how to use Scandit for barcode scanning.

Scandit provides advanced scanning software for mobile devices. Especially in situations where scanning is frequent, when the conditions are not ideal in terms of lighting, or the barcodes you need to scan are challenging (damaged, warped, worn, small, and so on), Scandit provides a robust solution that runs on any Android (requires AppSheet version 14.8 or higher) or iOS device (requires AppSheet version 14.5 or higher) supported by AppSheet.

For a list of barcode formats supported using Scandit, see Supported barcode formats.

The following shows how to use the Scandit barcode scanner in your app.

To use Scandit for barcode scanning with AppSheet, you need to:

1. Sign up for a Scandit account, if you have not already.
2. Register a Scandit license key with AppSheet.
3. Configure Scandit for barcode scanning in your app.
4. Enable barcode scanning, as described in Enable barcode scanning.

Note that Scandit is a third-party service and not part of AppSheet. Use of Scandit and its functionality and data collection is subject to Scandit's terms of service and privacy policy.

Sign up for a Scandit account

Sign up for a Scandit account and create a license key on the Scandit site.

Scandit requires you to specify an App ID (Android) or a Bundle ID (iOS). Unless you are create and deploy your own branded app, you should specify the following values:

• App ID (Android): x1Trackmaster.x1Trackmaster
• Bundle ID (iOS): com.1track.nearsight

For branded apps, you'll need your unique App ID (Android) or Bundle ID (iOS) when creating a license key with Scandit. To obtain the values:

• App ID (Android): Copy the App ID on the Manage > Deploy page by expanding the White-Label section.
• Bundle ID (iOS): Use the same value that you specified in the White-Label section when configuring the branded app for iOS. Note that this is not yet supported [as of December 7, 2021].

Register a Scandit license key with AppSheet

To register a Scandit license key with AppSheet:

1. Open AppSheet.
2. Select My account.
3. Select Integrations > App Services.
4. Click New App Service.
5. Click Scandit Mobile Barcode Scanning.
   
   
   
   The Add Scandit Mobile Barcode Scanning dialog displays.
   
   
6. Enter a unique and recognizable name for the license key in the Name field.
   The name is useful if you have multiple license keys.
7. Enter the license key in the Access Key field.
8. Click Save.
9. Optionally, share the Scandit barcode scanner with your team by expanding the collapsed menu and selecting Share with my team.
   
   

Configure Scandit for barcode scanning in your app

To configure Scandit for barcode scanning in your app:

1. Open your app in the app editor.
2. Select Settings > Integrations.
   We've made some improvements to the app editor.
   You are opted in to the new editor by default, but you can switch back to the legacy editor at any time.

   If you are using the legacy editor

   Select Manage > Integrations.
3. Click External Services to expand the component.
4. Ensure Allow barcode/QRcode scanning is enabled.
5. In the Barcode/QRcode scanning service drop-down, select the Scandit service that you want to enable for your app.
   
   
6. Save your app.

Enable barcode scanning

Enable barcode scanning in your app, as described in:

• Enable barcode scanning using the camera on a mobile device
• Enable barcode scanning using an external barcode scanner

Scandit pricing and commercials

Scandit offers subscription-based pricing that varies based on use case, bundling, support requirements, etc. For more information, reach out to Scandit directly using the contact form on the Scandit site.

Scandit FAQ

The following provides a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ).

How can I tell if my app is using the Scandit scanner or the system default?

While the scanner is open, the Scandit scanner will have the Scandit logo in the bottom right part of the screen.

How do I monitor the Scandit barcode scanning usage?

App creators can access the Scandit portal to monitor barcode scanning usage for each of their Scandit licenses.

I have entered my license key and selected it for use by my app, but I get an error message when scanning

1. Make sure to sync your app after you save your changes in the Editor.

2. Check that your license key is valid.

   • For non-branded apps (most cases), make sure you use the AppSheet App ID and Bundle ID, as described in Sign up for a Scandit account.

   • For a branded app for Android, make sure you follow the instructions provided above when signing up for an account to specify the right App ID (for your Android app).

   • For a branded app for iOS, the Scandit SDK is not yet integrated.

3. Otherwise, contact AppSheet Support and include a screenshot of the error message.

My app suddenly stopped scanning barcodes with Scandit

• If you have a trial license key, it may have expired. Contact Scandit Support if you want to continue to use Scandit.
• If you have a production license key, it may have expired. Contact Scandit Support for assistance.
• If your license key is valid and has not expired, contact AppSheet Support and include a screenshot of the error message.

My app cannot scan certain barcode formats

Your app is able to scan barcodes, but it does not work with all formats. Contact AppSheet Support and provide an image of the barcode and its format.

Who do I contact for support with an issue?

• If you have issues with your Scandit license, contact Scandit Support.
• For all other issues using Scandit with your AppSheet app, contact AppSheet Support.