Scan and Add Bottles Instantly

Overview

With WhiskeyMate’s barcode scanning feature, you can add new bottles to your collection in just a few taps. Rather than manually entering brand names, bottle types, or other details, scanning a barcode instantly fetches known information from the database—letting you focus on enjoying your spirits instead of typing.

Key Highlights

• Fast & Easy: Simply point your phone’s camera at a bottle’s barcode and watch the app auto-populate key fields.
• Accurate Data: Reduce typos and missed info by pulling details like brand, bottle size, spirit type, and more from the WhiskeyMate database.
• Optional Manual Edits: If your bottle has unique attributes not in the system, you can easily adjust or add them before saving.
• Perfect for Bulk Entry: Rapidly add multiple bottles one after another—great for building or updating large collections.

Platform Details

• iOS: Implemented in version 1.0 (released March 1, 2023).
• Android: In development, version 1.0 planned for March 1, 2025.
• Web: In development, version 1.0 targeted for September 1, 2025.

How to Scan a Barcode

1. Open the Add Bottle Screen: Find the Add Bottle or + button in your main navigation.
2. Tap the Barcode Icon: Grant camera permissions if prompted, then aim your device at the bottle’s barcode until it’s recognized.
3. Review Auto-Filled Fields: WhiskeyMate populates details like brand, spirit type, and possibly the ABV or volume—depending on what’s in the database.
4. Add or Modify Details: Enter any missing fields (e.g., price, fill level, or your personal notes) before saving.

Tips & Best Practices

• Ensure Good Lighting: Clear lighting helps the camera accurately read barcodes.
• Manual Overrides: If the auto-filled data isn’t fully accurate, just tap the relevant field to correct it before saving.
• Batch Scanning: For multiple new bottles, rinse and repeat. The scanning flow is optimized for rapid entry.
• Report Unknown Barcodes: If you scan a code not recognized by the database, consider submitting details to help expand coverage for other collectors.