cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
Reply

SharePoint List and Barcode Scanner

Hello Community,

I am new to Power Apps, and would like to look at building a Barcode scanner app, that also has the ability to upload documents

 

I know that I can configure the Scan & Log button to capture data in the Fields on my canvas and don't need to display the columns such as Title, Time & Who Scanned within SharePoint using Formulas, but I want to be able to upload documents as well as Scan.

Is this possible?
Screenshot 2020-11-16 160239.png

 

Can anyone send me screen shots, or help me achieve the ability to be able to upload documents and scan a barcode?

 

Thank you

Claire

8 REPLIES 8
v-jefferni
Community Support
Community Support

Hi @ClaireAllen ,

 

Could you please share more details about your scenario? What documents would you like to upload? What information would those barcode hold?

 

As per your screenshot I assume that you are using customize form of SharePoint list. If you want to upload documents you could use the Attachments control to add documents you like. If you would like to fill the Item field with that scanned barcode, you could set the OnScan of the "Scan & Log" button to

Set(varScan,Self.Value)

and set Text of the Item box to varScan

 

Please provide more details about your scenario if I did not provide the proper solution.

 

Hope this helps.

 

Best regards,

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni
If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

Hello @v-jefferni ,

Thank you for coming back to me.

I'm looking at the options at the moment, at this is the first time I have used Power Apps, and certainly with a Barcode feature.

The aim is to be able to do the following:

  • scanned items when they are delivered to site and this could generate a report for purchasing/site supervisors to see what is outstanding
  • on commissioning to provide a report on progress at various stages of the project

An idea that I have been given is to have a decision box pop up to confirm on of the stages mentioned above, attach documents, word, excel, pdf, drawings, images. all of this logging the information back to SharePoint list(s).

 

I thought that I could have fields on my form that when the barcode scanned, the users could either upload a document, enter some text/information.

Any suggestions on how, would be appreciated on how to connect my SharePoint Columns with data, and scan the barcode.

Thank you

Claire

 

@v-jefferni 

 

You mentioned in your post to apply as formula in the OnScan.

I already have a Patch formula set, is there a way to add in the Title and Attachments to also fill in using the patch formula, I have tried but keep getting an error.

Screenshot 2020-11-25 143810.png

Thank you

Claire

 

Hi @ClaireAllen ,

 

What is your data source? As per your screenshot in original post I was thinking you are working with SharePoint list customize form, but in the last post the screenshot made me suspicious.

 

If you are working with SharePoint list customize form, it would be better for you to submit the item with the Form. In your SP list add columns "Item" and "WhoScanned", then in the customize form add all those fields you would like user to fill in, and the Item DataCardValue Default property set to the variable "varScan" which I mentioned in my last post.

 

Please check below screenshot which is my demonstration:

25.png

 

Hope this helps.

 

Best regards,

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni
If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

@v-jefferni 

Thanks for the reply, I've managed to do what you suggested, but I now have another issues which I'm not sure if you can help resolve,

I tried to use the App on my phone, and I get this message

ClaireAllen_1-1608637212015.png

I would like the user to be able to use this App on a mobile devise, is that possible with a Customised Form via SharePoint, 
Any help is appreciated.
Kind regards

Claire

Hi @ClaireAllen ,

 

Like the prompt says, Barcode Scanner only supported in a STAND ALONE PowerApps App when working on mobile phones. So, even though on mobile phones, Customize Form in SharePoint working on Web Browser is not supported.

 

Hope this helps.

 

Best regards,

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni
If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

@v-jefferni 

Thanks for the info
Do you have any suggestions to get this to work?
I've not used Power Apps in this way before but have been asked if its possible to scan a Barcode and update information into a SharePoint list, with information and documentation

 

Thank you in advance for any suggestions

Regards

Claire

Hi @ClaireAllen ,

 

If you would really like to scan barcode then upload information along with attached files, I think a stand alone Power Apps app could achieve that. Given that you are working with SharePoint, does anyone that would use the app you would create to scan and upload have at least an O365 license? If so, with 0365 license, you could create a standalone PowerApps app and others could run the app to achieve that goal, otherwise they will need a standalone PowerApps license to run the app.

 

Please refer to the licensing guide below:

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/admin/pricing-billing-skus#power-appspower-automate-...

 

PowerApss Portal:

https://make.preview.powerapps.com/

 

When creating the stand alone app, you could generate from SharePoint list and do some customization for instance add the barcode scanner button and like I said in above posts, get information from it:

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/powerapps/maker/canvas-apps/app-from-sharepoint#create-an-app-from-...

 

 

Hope this helps.

 

Best regards,

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni
If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

Community Support Team _ Jeffer Ni

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it.

Helpful resources

Announcements

Community will be READ ONLY July 16th, 5p PDT -July 22nd

Dear Community Members,   We'd like to let you know of an upcoming change to the community platform: starting July 16th, the platform will transition to a READ ONLY mode until July 22nd.   During this period, members will not be able to Kudo, Comment, or Reply to any posts.   On July 22nd, please be on the lookout for a message sent to the email address registered on your community profile. This email is crucial as it will contain your unique code and link to register for the new platform encompassing all of the communities.   What to Expect in the New Community: A more unified experience where all products, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, and Power Pages, will be accessible from one community.Community Blogs that you can syndicate and link to for automatic updates. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this transition. Stay tuned for the exciting new features and a seamless community experience ahead!

Summer of Solutions | Week 4 Results | Winners will be posted on July 24th

We are excited to announce the Summer of Solutions Challenge!   This challenge is kicking off on Monday, June 17th and will run for (4) weeks.  The challenge is open to all Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio & Power Pages) community members. We invite you to participate in a quest to provide solutions in the Forums to as many questions as you can. Answers can be provided in all the communities.    Entry Period: This Challenge will consist of four weekly Entry Periods as follows (each an “Entry Period”)   - 12:00 a.m. PT on June 17, 2024 – 11:59 p.m. PT on June 23, 2024 - 12:00 a.m. PT on June 24, 2024 – 11:59 p.m. PT on June 30, 2024 - 12:00 a.m. PT on July 1, 2024 – 11:59 p.m. PT on July 7, 2024 - 12:00 a.m. PT on July 8, 2024 – 11:59 p.m. PT on July 14, 2024   Entries will be eligible for the Entry Period in which they are received and will not carryover to subsequent weekly entry periods.  You must enter into each weekly Entry Period separately.   How to Enter: We invite you to participate in a quest to provide "Accepted Solutions" to as many questions as you can. Answers can be provided in all the communities. Users must provide a solution which can be an “Accepted Solution” in the Forums in all of the communities and there are no limits to the number of “Accepted Solutions” that a member can provide for entries in this challenge, but each entry must be substantially unique and different.    Winner Selection and Prizes: At the end of each week, we will list the top ten (10) Community users which will consist of: 5 Community Members & 5 Super Users and they will advance to the final drawing. We will post each week in the News & Announcements the top 10 Solution providers.  At the end of the challenge, we will add all of the top 10 weekly names and enter them into a random drawing.  Then we will randomly select ten (10) winners (5 Community Members & 5 Super Users) from among all eligible entrants received across all weekly Entry Periods to receive the prize listed below. If a winner declines, we will draw again at random for the next winner.  A user will only be able to win once overall. If they are drawn multiple times, another user will be drawn at random.  Individuals will be contacted before the announcement with the opportunity to claim or deny the prize.  Once all of the winners have been notified, we will post in the News & Announcements of each community with the list of winners.   Each winner will receive one (1) Pass to the Power Platform Conference in Las Vegas, Sep. 18-20, 2024 ($1800 value). NOTE: Prize is for conference attendance only and any other costs such as airfare, lodging, transportation, and food are the sole responsibility of the winner. Tickets are not transferable to any other party or to next year’s event.   ** PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED RULES for this CHALLENGE**   Week 1 Results: Congratulations to the Week 1 qualifiers, you are being entered in the random drawing that will take place at the end of the challenge. Community MembersNumber of SolutionsSuper UsersNumber of Solutions @anandm08  23 @WarrenBelz  31 @DBO_DV  10 @Amik  19 AmínAA 6 @mmbr1606  12 @rzuber  4 @happyume  7 @Giraldoj  3@ANB 6 (tie)   @SpongYe  6 (tie)     Week 2 Results: Congratulations to the Week 2 qualifiers, you are being entered in the random drawing that will take place at the end of the challenge. Community MembersSolutionsSuper UsersSolutions @anandm08  10@WarrenBelz 25 @DBO_DV  6@mmbr1606 14 @AmínAA 4 @Amik  12 @royg  3 @ANB  10 @AllanDeCastro  2 @SunilPashikanti  5 @Michaelfp  2 @FLMike  5 @eduardo_izzo  2   Meekou 2   @rzuber  2   @Velegandla  2     @PowerPlatform-P  2   @Micaiah  2     Week 3 Results: Congratulations to the Week 3 qualifiers, you are being entered in the random drawing that will take place at the end of the challenge.   Week 3:Community MembersSolutionsSuper UsersSolutionsPower Apps anandm0861WarrenBelz86DBO_DV25Amik66Michaelfp13mmbr160647Giraldoj13FLMike31AmínAA13SpongYe27     Week 4 Results: Congratulations to the Week 4 qualifiers, you are being entered in the random drawing that will take place at the end of the challenge.   Week 4:Community MembersSolutionsSuper UsersSolutionsPower Apps DBO-DV21WarranBelz26Giraldoj7mmbr160618Muzammmil_0695067Amik14samfawzi_acml6FLMike12tzuber6ANB8   SunilPashikanti8

Check Out | 2024 Release Wave 2 Plans for Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform

On July 16, 2024, we published the 2024 release wave 2 plans for Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform. These plans are a compilation of the new capabilities planned to be released between October 2024 to March 2025. This release introduces a wealth of new features designed to enhance customer understanding and improve overall user experience, showcasing our dedication to driving digital transformation for our customers and partners.    The upcoming wave is centered around utilizing advanced AI and Microsoft Copilot technologies to enhance user productivity and streamline operations across diverse business applications. These enhancements include intelligent automation, AI-powered insights, and immersive user experiences that are designed to break down barriers between data, insights, and individuals. Watch a summary of the release highlights.    Discover the latest features that empower organizations to operate more efficiently and adaptively. From AI-driven sales insights and customer service enhancements to predictive analytics in supply chain management and autonomous financial processes, the new capabilities enable businesses to proactively address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.    

Updates to Transitions in the Power Platform Communities

We're embarking on a journey to enhance your experience by transitioning to a new community platform. Our team has been diligently working to create a fresh community site, leveraging the very Dynamics 365 and Power Platform tools our community advocates for.  We started this journey with transitioning Copilot Studio forums and blogs in June. The move marks the beginning of a new chapter, and we're eager for you to be a part of it. The rest of the Power Platform product sites will be moving over this summer.   Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the launch. We can't wait to welcome you to our new community space, designed with you in mind. Let's connect, learn, and grow together.   Here's to new beginnings and endless possibilities!   If you have any questions, observations or concerns throughout this process please go to https://aka.ms/PPCommSupport.   To stay up to date on the latest details of this migration and other important Community updates subscribe to our News and Announcements forums: Copilot Studio, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages

Users online (1,232)