Quick Share is making QR code available by default

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Updated on Jul 23, 2025

Quick Share is making QR code available by default

Remember when Android users had to rely on third-party apps like ShareIt just to send a photo or file? Thankfully, those days are behind us! Android introduced Quick Share, which is a built-in feature that makes file transfers much easier. No extra apps, no hassle just simple quick sharing. And now Google is planning to make this sharing even easier and better. How? In this article, I will explain.

Quick Share gets quicker with QR codes!

Before we dive into the cool new update, let’s refresh your memory on Quick Share. It’s a built-in feature that lets you send and receive files from nearby devices in a flash. This feature was previously known as Nearby Share. So if you still see that name don’t worry, Quick Share is still doing its magic.

How does it work?

To send a photo, link, video, or document you just have to tap the "Share" button within any app, and there you are! Quick Share works on Android, ChromeOS, and even Windows devices, so you don't need to install anything extra. The best part is that you don’t need the internet! Quick Share uses Bluetooth to connect devices directly, making file transfers smooth and offline. But if you have access to the internet, it is better to use it for faster transfer.

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What’s different this time?

Quick Share first tries to find nearby devices wirelessly, but if it can’t you request the QR code. Right now, you have to tap a button to generate this code for sharing. So Google’s testing an update that makes the QR code appear automatically. No more extra taps! The QR code will show up right away on your Quick Share screen, making the process even faster. [caption id="attachment_210815" align="alignnone" width="900"]

Image: Android Authority[/caption] While this change isn’t available just yet, we expect it to roll out soon, and when it does, sharing files will be quicker and easier than ever!