> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.restock.gg/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.restock.gg/features/inventory/barcode-scanning.md).

# Barcode Scanning

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This feature is compatible with a laser barcode scanner **and** with your phone — see [Mobile Barcode Scanner (Scan to Desktop)](/features/inventory/mobile-barcode-scanner.md) to scan with your phone camera and send items straight to the desktop.
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For a high-level overview of our 2.3M+ barcode database, see the [Barcode Scanner feature page on restock.gg](https://restock.gg/features/barcode-scanner).

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### Recommended Barcode Scanner

Any laser barcode scanner works, that can work connected to your computer via USB or Bluetooth.\
Example [here](https://www.amazon.es/dp/B07CBRTWS5).\\

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Recently scanned items are kept in a barcode buffer and restored across sessions in the Item Addition Window. This buffer is saved together with your Saved Item Sets (Snapshots).
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