Hand scanners

A hand scanner is a convenient tool that lets you scan almost anywhere, used across many different industries. The portability and ease of use of a hand scanner makes them ideal for tasks ranging from inventory management and retail checkout to document digitisation and on-the-go data collection.

With advancements in technology, hand scanners now offer high accuracy, wireless connectivity, and compatibility with multiple devices, making them an essential tool for businesses seeking efficiency and flexibility in their operations.

The different uses of handheld scanners

Handheld scanners are versatile devices used to quickly capture digital images or text from physical documents, objects, or surfaces. Here are the main uses:
 
Essentially, a hand scanner is all about convenience for the user—it lets you scan almost anywhere without being tied to a desk.

The different types of hand scanner technologies

You will come across hand scanners with different types of scanning technology and purposes, for example:

Barcode scanners: Laser, CCD (charge coupled devices) and 2D imagers will be able to scan traditional barcodes and QR codes.
RFID scanners: Scanners with RFID enabled will be able to scan RFID tags in wristbands, access badges and more!
Biometrics scanners: Fingerprint or hand geometry scanners will verify your identity.

You will also come across 3D scanners that can scan objects for modelling or medical applications with high-accuracy, however they are only used in select industries.

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