> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.servicem8.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to use Barcode Scanning

> Learn how to use Barcode Scanning in ServiceM8.

When adding materials to invoices, you can now select Barcode Scan. Just hold the camera over the barcode and it will instantly scan. Pair barcodes with existing items in ServiceM8 as you go!

This feature requires iOS 11 or later.

## Open a Job

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## Tap Billing

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## Tap Add Item/Service

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## Tap Barcode Scan

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## Hold the camera over the barcode and it will auto-focus then scan

To add more than one unit of the same item, continue to hold the barcode in place under the camera, and it will continue scanning and increasing the quantity.

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If the barcode is paired to a Material, the item will be listed, ready to be saved as a billable item.

Tap **Save** when you're done.

## To pair a new barcode simply tap the item name

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## Search for the item to match the scanned barcode

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## Tap Confirm to pair barcode with that existing item

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Saved barcodes can be relinked/updated to another item: Simply scan the barcode, tap the line item. Then tap 'Relink barcode item'.