Quick Share now lets you share files using QR codes

Google’s Quick Share application for Android devices allows you to share photos, videos, and more with other devices. Earlier, Nearby Share was the name of the application. Google has released many new features for Quick Share since it was renamed. Now, the company has rolled out a new update to Quick Share, which allows you to share files using QR codes. Notably, Google seems to have borrowed this feature from Samsung. It improves the sharing process with others.

Now you can share photos, videos, and more in Quick Share using QR codes

Notably, QR codes for Quick Share are part of a larger update, which brings several changes to Gemini, Gboard, and more. The new feature has made it easier to transfer pictures, videos, documents, and more. You can select the media file you want to share, tap the QR code, and have others scan it for easier transferring.

Thanks to this feature, you don’t need to add a recipient person as a contact. You also don’t need to verify devices or change your sharing settings as well. Google is rolling out the QR code functionality for all Android devices. However, it’s unclear how far back the support runs. However, most devices on a newer version of Android should get it soon.

The feature was first spotted in May

Notably, this feature was first spotted for Quick Share in May. However, you will have to enable it on a non-Samsung phone using a beta version of the Google Play Services app. Notably, Google has now officially started rolling out. While the feature is now official, it may not be available on all Android devices immediately.

There’s a possibility that you might have to wait for a server-side update for Play Services to get this functionality. As of now, it’s not clear if the Quick Share app on Windows will support this feature.