Tips

How do I scan barcodes?

Foodnoms makes it easy to log food by scanning barcodes.

Scanning a Barcode

  1. Tap the + button at the bottom of the screen

  2. Tap the barcode icon to open the scanner

  3. Point your camera at the barcode. It will scan automatically.

If the barcode scan result has incorrect data, tap Make a correction to fix it for yourself and other Foodnoms users.

Scanning a Nutrition Label

To scan a nutrition label, create a new food in your Library and choose Scan Nutrition Label.

You can also scan a barcode first; if there's no result or an issue, you'll be prompted to scan the nutrition label.

Meal Scan

To photograph a meal for AI analysis, select Meal Scan at the bottom of the scanner.

On a Mac

  1. Start logging food, then choose Scan Barcode

  2. Hold the barcode up to your camera. It will scan automatically.

If the barcode isn't found, Foodnoms will guide you through scanning the food's nutrition label to add it.

Tips for Best Results

  • Ensure good lighting for accurate scanning

  • Hold your device steady while scanning

  • Make sure the entire barcode is visible in the frame

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