Do I need a QR code to use AI image recognition?

No, you can use AI image recognition without QR codes. Just click the Camera+ button, select "Add Item," and photograph your item.

How do I start adding an item with AI recognition?

Click the Camera+ button at the upper right of the app, select "Add Item," then take a photo of your item and crop it as needed.

What happens after I take a photo?

Click "Review draft" and the AI will present a generated description with suggested fields like item name, description, category, and other attributes based on what it recognized.

How detailed are the AI-generated descriptions?

Very detailed. The AI describes visual characteristics like colors, materials, textures, and distinctive features. For example, it described a crochet toy as having "purple yarn white felt eyes and a textured slightly shaggy appearance featuring a toothy grin."

Can the AI suggest new categories?

Yes, the AI can suggest new categories based on what it recognizes in the image. You can accept these suggestions or choose from your existing categories.

Should I take one photo or multiple photos?

Multiple photos from different angles provide the AI with more information and generally result in more accurate recognition and better descriptions.

How do I add multiple photos for one item?

After taking the first photo, click "Add another photo for this item" to capture additional angles before reviewing the draft.

Can the AI identify specific product models?

Yes, the AI can read and identify specific model numbers from photos, such as recognizing "Brother PT-P910BT" from text visible on the device.

Does the AI have knowledge beyond what's in the photo?

Yes, Scanlily's AI can draw upon internal product knowledge databases to provide technical specifications and details that aren't necessarily visible in the photos.

What kind of additional information can the AI provide?

For known products, the AI can provide specifications like compatible accessories, dimensions, technical details, and other product information from its knowledge base.

What is the "Add item with same category, location and type" option?

This is a time-saving feature for when you're adding multiple items from the same area or with similar attributes. It pre-fills those fields so you don't have to select them repeatedly.

When should I use the "same category, location and type" option?

Use it when adding many items from one location, like cataloging everything in a closet or adding multiple similar tools from a workshop.

Can I edit the AI-generated descriptions?

Yes, after clicking "Update" on the draft, you go to the item page where you can further edit any of the descriptions or fields the AI generated.

How do I view all my items?

Click on the upper left menu button and select "My Items" to see a list of all your inventory items.

Can I control whether images show in my item list?

Yes, there's a toggle button in the item list view that lets you show or hide images for all items.

What types of items work well with AI recognition?

Both handmade items and commercial products work well. The AI adapts to recognize crafts, toys, electronics, tools, and virtually any photographable object.

Does the AI work better with certain types of items?

The AI performs well with most items. Commercial products with visible branding or model numbers get enhanced recognition, while unique handmade items get detailed visual descriptions.

How accurate is the AI at identifying items?

The AI is highly accurate at both visual description and product identification, correctly reading model numbers and providing relevant technical specifications when available.

What should I do after reviewing the AI draft?

Review the suggested fields, check or uncheck the ones you want to include, make any edits needed, then click "Update" to create the item record.

Can I add more details after the AI creates the item?

Yes, after updating from the draft, you're taken to the full item page where you can add or edit any information, including fields the AI didn't populate.

Adding individual items using AI image recognition

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