[New] Use a Barcode Scanner with Square Virtual Terminal

[#1]

Hi sellers! 👋

Now you can quickly add items during checkout using a USB barcode scanner directly in Square Virtual Terminal! When you scan an item using a barcode scanner, it will automatically be added to your cart. 

To set it up, simply plug it into your computer to connect. Then, select the barcode scanner button, which can be found under the Itemized sale tab in Virtual Terminal. 

This is especially useful if you have a large item catalogue and are looking for a streamlined checkout process to quickly ring up customers from your computer. 

• Try it out in Virtual Terminal.
• Learn more with our support article. 

[JUYBoutique20]

I'm going to have to try this out again.  The last time I used it for an event it brought up the item I scanned, but I had to select the size/color on the screen to finish the transaction even though each barcode is specifically made for each size and/or color.

[JTPets]

How about barcode scanners for invoices on the POS....

[JJ_]

Thank you for taking the time to share your interest in this feature @JTPets  I recommend you submit a Feature Request here. This will help our product team get visibility and track other Sellers with similar interest in your request. 

Important: When submitting a request, make sure to include the desired feature, and provide the details of how this feature will help your business succeed (how would you use it and what you expect from it).

[Sam_400º]

This is a really nice addition - always love a store that uses laptops for the checkout experience!

Any info on the use of BT scanners? I kind of assume they’d work in the same way.

Tried testing out the virtual terminal on an iPad and ran into problems as it doesn’t work for a touch screen (need to press enter to move to next payment stage but not on an entry field so no keyboard). Not sure if this is a known quirk. 

[k_atie]

Hey @Sam_400º, great questions. I had a look around to see if BT scanners could be linked to the Virtual Terminal, and can confirm that this is not yet possible. This is a feature request. I'll make sure our teams are aware of your feedback and, hopefully, this will be something we'll be able to facilitate in the future. 

[Sam_400º]

Thanks @k_atie - it's not something I use much but always have to push new releases to the limit 🤣