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# zbarcam

> Scan and decode barcodes (and QR codes) from a video device.
> More information: <https://manned.org/zbarcam>.

- Continuously read barcodes and print them to `stdout`:

`zbarcam`

- Disable output video window while scanning:

`zbarcam --nodisplay`

- Print barcodes without type information:

`zbarcam --raw`

- Define capture device:

`zbarcam {{/dev/video_device}}`