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Can a screenshot of a barcode be used for digital currency transactions?

avatarKAVII CHOUDHARYDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago3 answers

Is it possible to use a screenshot of a barcode for conducting digital currency transactions? I often come across QR codes that represent digital currency addresses, and I wonder if I can simply take a screenshot of the QR code and use it for transactions. Will the screenshot work the same way as scanning the QR code directly?

Can a screenshot of a barcode be used for digital currency transactions?

3 answers

  • avatarDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
    No, a screenshot of a barcode cannot be used for digital currency transactions. When you take a screenshot of a barcode, you are essentially capturing an image of the barcode, not the underlying data encoded in the barcode. To conduct a digital currency transaction, you need to scan the QR code using a digital wallet app that can interpret the barcode and extract the necessary information, such as the recipient's address and the transaction amount. A screenshot cannot provide this functionality, as it is just a static image.
  • avatarDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
    Yes, you can use a screenshot of a barcode for digital currency transactions. Most digital wallet apps allow you to upload an image of a barcode from your device's gallery and use it for transactions. The app will analyze the barcode image and extract the necessary information to complete the transaction. However, it's important to note that not all digital wallet apps support this feature, so you should check the documentation or contact the app's support team to confirm if this functionality is available.
  • avatarDec 16, 2021 · 3 years ago
    As an expert in the digital currency industry, I can confirm that a screenshot of a barcode cannot be used for transactions. Digital currency transactions require the scanning of a QR code using a digital wallet app. A screenshot is just a static image and does not contain the necessary data encoded in the barcode. To conduct a transaction, you need to use a digital wallet app to scan the QR code directly.