Barcode Scanner for Shopify POS: UK Setup Guide 2026

Does Shopify POS Support Barcode Scanners?

Yes — Shopify POS on iPhone, iPad and Android supports any Bluetooth HID barcode scanner. The scanner connects like a wireless keyboard; when you scan a product barcode, Shopify looks it up automatically. No app configuration needed — just pair and scan.

Setup: Bluetooth Scanner with Shopify POS

• Step 1: Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad, go to Bluetooth
• Step 2: Put your scanner in pairing mode (scan the pairing barcode in the manual or hold the trigger for 5 seconds)
• Step 3: Select the scanner from the Bluetooth device list on your iPhone
• Step 4: Open Shopify POS and navigate to a sale
• Step 5: Scan a product barcode — Shopify should find the product instantly
• Step 6: Done. The scanner will reconnect automatically each time you open Shopify POS.

Setup: USB Scanner with Shopify POS (iPad)

Connect a USB barcode scanner to your iPad using a Lightning-to-USB or USB-C adapter. Shopify POS will recognise it as a keyboard input automatically. No drivers, no configuration — just plug in and scan.

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