How do I scan a what3words address? (Free account, app only)

To scan a what3words address in the app using a free account, follow these steps:

1. Tap the Scan button

2. Point your camera at the what3words address. Make sure it sits in the scanning window. Tap the shutter button to take a photo

3. The what3words address will appear at the bottom of your screen

If you have a what3words Pro account, you have access to Enhanced Scan too. This means you can Live Scan multiple addresses at once, plus you can extract what3words addresses from images in your gallery. Find out more here:

• How do I use Enhanced Scan? (Pro feature)

• What can I do with what3words Pro?

You can enter a what3words address into the app using your phone’s camera. Here’s how:

1. In the search bar, tap the Scan icon. It’s the square frame with /// in it, next to the microphone icon.

2. Point your camera at the what3words address. Make sure it sits in the scanning window. Hold still for a few seconds, giving it time to scan the address.

3. Select the correct what3words address from the list of suggestions.