# Handheld Scanning Devices and Barcode Readers The following **Barcode/QR code scanning solutions** are recommended for the [**LearningSpace Inventory**]() module. 1. [ScanAvenger AS 8876](/doc/setup-guide-for-scanavenger-as-8876-barcode-reader-HCnfWvpaRP) 2. [Datalogic Magellan 1100i](/doc/setup-guide-for-datalogic-magellan-1100i-barcode-reader-oyMkCNEFI9) (alternative: [Datalogic Magellan 900i Presentation Scanner](https://www.datalogic.com/eng/retail-transportation-logistics-healthcare-gs1-digital-link-other-applications/fixed-retail-scanners/magellan-900i-pd-1086.html)) 3. [CipherLab 2500 series](/doc/setup-guide-for-cipherlab-2500-series-barcode-reader-ZhcOkvgtDn) 4. [Zebra DS4608](/doc/setup-guide-for-zebra-ds4608-barcode-reader-MShmYQq8li) :::warning The #LS prefix for the Barcode-to-PC scanning application MUST be configured on the devices for them to function correctly. See [How to Set up the #LS Prefix for your Scanner](/doc/how-to-set-up-the-ls-prefix-for-your-scanner-IfD0a8FcV3). ::: :::info Refer to the [**Setup Guides for Barcode Readers**](/doc/setup-guides-for-barcode-readers-eUAkN0FHYz) page for instructions on setting up your handheld scanning devices/readers. ::: After pairing with your computer, the scanning device is ready to use in the **Inventory** module without further installation. :::warning **Important: Keyboard Settings** Ensure your [**keyboard layout**](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-change-your-keyboard-layout-babd8e34-91e5-cc30-6b59-511c4f4fae4a) is set to US English; otherwise, QR code and barcode scanning will not work properly inside the **Inventory** module. Also, ensure that your scanner is set to the US keyboard layout on your computer. ::: To manage the language of your scanner, go to the **Language settings** section of your **Quick Start Guide** and scan one of the following barcodes: * **English** at the top or * **The international keyboard is at the bottom of the page.** After pairing your scanner with your computer, enter the **Inventory** module and access the feature where you want to apply barcode or QR code scanning: :::warning Make sure that your selected **Inventory** feature is active. Click inside the pop-up or the feature field to ensure that the scanning details are inserted in the right place. ::: * Enter barcodes when **editing Inventory items**: ![](https://outline-production-attachments.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/uploads/6c0da235-ff99-49fd-81af-d32f613692dd/a32ceff5-ac92-4950-928b-222b00e0bad4/24123528.gif?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Content-Sha256=UNSIGNED-PAYLOAD&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4EOUDTOVUICLPZ4P%2F20260909%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20260909T121500Z&X-Amz-Expires=86400&X-Amz-Signature=63b953e3854329065a3d68de501984566beb2b5ead00b5c546c3a9abb70175f4&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&x-amz-checksum-mode=ENABLED&x-id=GetObject) * Identify [transaction **assignees**](/doc/privileges-user-access-details-CfHN1bm5hK) by scanning the QR codes on their badges or ID cards: ![](https://outline-production-attachments.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/uploads/6c0da235-ff99-49fd-81af-d32f613692dd/d5b09767-a705-4f4e-9114-06c33c282554/66355396.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Content-Sha256=UNSIGNED-PAYLOAD&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4EOUDTOVUICLPZ4P%2F20260909%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20260909T121500Z&X-Amz-Expires=86400&X-Amz-Signature=e423ade5eae9545420714b70c946257f732d9a774d081848cb20856a180a0edb&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&x-amz-checksum-mode=ENABLED&x-id=GetObject) ![](https://outline-production-attachments.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/uploads/6c0da235-ff99-49fd-81af-d32f613692dd/42146887-7571-402f-bc09-22b928b0fc56/66355397.gif?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Content-Sha256=UNSIGNED-PAYLOAD&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4EOUDTOVUICLPZ4P%2F20260909%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20260909T121500Z&X-Amz-Expires=86400&X-Amz-Signature=a13af48e358ce8885e1053d692ed847ae128c547d8fbefc0f16ceb45c62e8ee8&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&x-amz-checksum-mode=ENABLED&x-id=GetObject) * Detect items in an instant when conducting simple [**Transactions**](/doc/transactions-8oqvFYXUib) or **checking out** [**Setup Sheets**](/doc/setup-sheets-nn1x3niB6Q) for specific events: **Detect an item by its QR code:** ![](https://outline-production-attachments.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/uploads/6c0da235-ff99-49fd-81af-d32f613692dd/93821a01-205d-43c8-8196-a89955d9a530/66355398.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Content-Sha256=UNSIGNED-PAYLOAD&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4EOUDTOVUICLPZ4P%2F20260909%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20260909T121500Z&X-Amz-Expires=86400&X-Amz-Signature=e949b23cc839293adaf9d06b1392ec6d3975c0dade454e9d8a84e387544ac521&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&x-amz-checksum-mode=ENABLED&x-id=GetObject " =314x731") ![](https://outline-production-attachments.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/uploads/6c0da235-ff99-49fd-81af-d32f613692dd/7b5317ea-1364-4e38-8fec-c8af2c80607f/66355399.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Content-Sha256=UNSIGNED-PAYLOAD&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4EOUDTOVUICLPZ4P%2F20260909%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20260909T121500Z&X-Amz-Expires=86400&X-Amz-Signature=c1f356e4342f5a20f215439b9c15fc85a6707146e697c66ed1f96a6b3fa8e4c9&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&x-amz-checksum-mode=ENABLED&x-id=GetObject) **Detect an item by its barcode:** ![](https://outline-production-attachments.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/uploads/6c0da235-ff99-49fd-81af-d32f613692dd/b8423e04-410c-43c4-b000-12ddcb9ea2a0/66355400.png?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Content-Sha256=UNSIGNED-PAYLOAD&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4EOUDTOVUICLPZ4P%2F20260909%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20260909T121500Z&X-Amz-Expires=86400&X-Amz-Signature=964668c328dfa1cc4f392794a755b5859a13120c69222db76d80fe394a172cce&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&x-amz-checksum-mode=ENABLED&x-id=GetObject) :::info * When reading the barcodes of [Consumables With Expiration](/doc/consumables-with-expiration-XI8JfJrnqJ) items, you need to enter the expiration date **manually**. ![](https://outline-production-attachments.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/uploads/6c0da235-ff99-49fd-81af-d32f613692dd/6c89c8bb-1399-4200-b165-66de82634920/137068809.gif?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Content-Sha256=UNSIGNED-PAYLOAD&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4EOUDTOVUICLPZ4P%2F20260909%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20260909T121500Z&X-Amz-Expires=86400&X-Amz-Signature=075f536f0ed0abb92f2031b2b9c7cbd823dd092239bd9599062a55ca9e0a1b57&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&x-amz-checksum-mode=ENABLED&x-id=GetObject) ::: :::tip Learn more about the [Inventory Manager](/doc/inventory-manager-vOW2yRV1Eg) on our [Inventory - How to](/doc/inventory-how-to-0RqhoAqgtJ) pages, and watch the [Inventory Manager Training Videos](/doc/inventory-manager-training-videos-eqiDv4PiyB). ::: --- **Documents** - [User Guide](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/user-guide-WPv4VxhtWB) - [FAQ](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/faq-YoxOQOjvnY) - [Training Videos](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/training-videos-D2ycsEwqPt) - [Module Introduction Videos](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/module-introduction-videos-I6OQ6H7SUT) - [Release Notes](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/release-notes-BcFFMsc0RV) - [Distance Learning with LearningSpace](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/distance-learning-with-learningspace-eAfwW23Hxg) - [Preventing Copy-Paste in LearningSpace](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/preventing-copy-paste-in-learningspace-sPD0IIUuk0) - [Important Technical Notification Regarding Adobe Flash Player](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/important-technical-notification-regarding-adobe-flash-player-eQtMLwLmTJ) - [iPad support - Technical information](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/ipad-support-technical-information-dLmeFvKofC) - [TeamViewer Link](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/teamviewer-link-QyKZBMqUT9) - [YouTube videos about LearningSpace](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/youtube-videos-about-learningspace-TMb3zdc0LC) - [Customer Aftercare One-Pager](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/customer-aftercare-one-pager-GBWMe1BcfS) - [Case Studies](https://kb.learningspace.elevatehealth.net/s/ent-hs/doc/case-studies-VcAbFqXSz7)