To scan a code, use the camera button to the right of the search bar in the Spotify app. Tap on "Scan", accept the permissions for Spotify to access your camera.
How do you scan a code on Spotify?
To scan one, go to the search bar, tap the camera icon then hover the camera over a code on a phone, computer screen or printout. You also can upload a screenshot or photo of a Spotify Code to scan it when you see it shared in another app like Instagram or over text message.
Why can't I scan on Spotify?
To scan song codes on Spotify, you'll have to grant permission to Spotify to access your camera. If you prefer not to do that, you can't scan song codes when someone wants to share them with you. Open your Spotify app and tap the Search option on the bottom toolbar.