Windows 11 to Simplify Wi-Fi Sharing with QR Codes
The seamless integration of mobile experiences into their desktop counterparts is a welcome development.
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2 min readNov 16, 2023
Article Highlights:
- This feature is currently being tested in Insider builds and is expected to be rolled out to all Windows 11 users in the near future.
- QR code Wi-Fi sharing will make it easier for users to connect devices to a Wi-Fi network by eliminating the need to manually enter long and complex passwords.
- Additionally, this will help businesses let their customers or guests use their Wi-Fi easily.
In a move to enhance user convenience, Microsoft is set to introduce a new feature to Windows 11 that will allow users to share Wi-Fi passwords using QR codes. This feature, currently being tested in Insider builds, is expected to roll out to the wider Windows 11 user base in the near future.
The addition of QR code Wi-Fi sharing will streamline the process of connecting devices to a Wi-Fi network. Instead of manually entering long and complex passwords, users will simply need to scan a QR code displayed on the Windows 11 device. This will significantly reduce the risk of typos and errors, making it easier for guests or new users to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
