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Camera Usage

The Camera feature lets you take photos directly from your Android device within the app. You can use the camera to document warehouse conditions, capture product images, take photos for quality control, or share images with your team through the Wall module.

The app uses your device’s built-in camera app to capture photos. Photos are saved automatically and can be used in various modules throughout the app.

Why Use the Camera?

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Document conditions

Take photos of warehouse conditions, damaged products, or special situations. Photos provide visual proof and help explain issues better than text alone.

Quality control

Capture product images for quality control checks. Photos help verify product condition and document any issues found during inspection.

Team communication

Share photos with your team through the Wall module. Visual updates help everyone stay informed about warehouse operations.

Quick access

Access the camera quickly from multiple modules. No need to switch to a separate camera app - everything works within Shipedge Warehouse Pro.

How Camera Works

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The camera feature works in two ways:

Direct Camera Activity

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Some modules launch the camera directly. When you tap a camera button or icon, the app:

  1. Opens your device’s camera app
  2. Lets you take a photo
  3. Saves the photo automatically

In-Module Camera

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Other modules (like Wall, Replenishment, Picking, Bins Management, and Transfers) have built-in camera functions. When you use the camera in these modules:

  1. Tap the camera icon or button
  2. Choose Camera from the dialog (or it opens directly)
  3. Take your photo
  4. The photo is added to the module’s workflow automatically

Permissions Required

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The camera feature needs two permissions to work:

  • Camera permission: Required to take photos
  • Storage permission: Required to save photos to your device

The app requests these permissions when you first use the camera. If you deny permissions, you’ll see a message asking you to grant them.

Where Camera is Available

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You can use the camera in these modules:

  • Wall Module: Take photos to post on warehouse or customer account walls
  • Replenishment: Capture images during replenishment operations
  • Picking: Document products during picking
  • Bins Management: Take photos of bins or locations
  • Transfers: Document transfer operations
  • Quality Control: Capture product images for quality checks

Each module integrates the camera into its workflow. The exact way you access the camera depends on the module you’re using.

How to Use the Camera

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  1. Open a module that uses the camera

    Navigate to a module like Wall, Replenishment, Picking, or Bins Management.

  2. Find the camera button or icon

    Look for a camera icon or button in the module’s interface. The location varies by module.

  3. Tap the camera button

    Some modules show a dialog asking “Camera” or “Gallery”. Choose Camera to take a new photo.

  4. Take your photo

    Your device’s camera app opens. Frame your shot and tap the capture button.

  5. Use the photo

    The photo is automatically added to the module’s workflow. Continue with your task.

💡 Best Practices

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Good lighting

Take photos in well-lit areas. Good lighting makes photos clearer and more useful for documentation.

Steady hands

Hold your device steady when taking photos. Blurry photos are less useful for documentation and quality control.

Check permissions

Grant camera and storage permissions when prompted. The camera won’t work without these permissions.

Troubleshooting

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Camera Won’t Open

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Problem: Nothing happens when you tap the camera button.

Solution:

  • Check that you granted camera permission
  • Make sure your device has a working camera
  • Try closing and reopening the app
  • Restart your device if the problem continues

Photos Not Saving

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Problem: Photos don’t appear after taking them.

Solution:

  • Check that you granted storage permission
  • Make sure your device has enough storage space
  • Verify that external storage is available and mounted

Storage Full

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Problem: You see an error about storage being full.

Solution:

  • Free up space on your device
  • Move photos to cloud storage or a computer
  • Clear app cache if needed
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