How do I create a new one-time password from a QR Code in 1Password 8?

Chris Messina · November 2021

In 1Password 7, I can scan a QR Code to generate an OTP. That seems missing in 1Password 8.

When can I expect this functionality to return?

1Password Version: 1Password for Mac 8.5.0 (80500017)
Extension Version: 2.1.4
OS Version: macOS 12.0.1 (21A559)

KyleRuder · November 2021

I've been missing this functionality as well. Had to copy/paste the Secret Key. I would love to be able to use QR codes again.

DenalB · November 2021

Hi @Chris Messina & @KyleRuder !

As a workaround, just use 1Password in the browser to scan a specific QR-Code from a website. This works like a charm. :)

KyleRuder · November 2021

@DenalB ,that is a great thought. Thanks for sharing!

Jack.P_1P · November 2021

Hey @Chris Messina and @KyleRuder:

As @DenalB mentioned, using 1Password in the browser would be your best bet. Thanks for the assist here!

Jack

Chris Messina · December 2021

Ah ha! Why is the button to access that menu item missing from the OTP field? That's extremely hidden — and it was there before!

ag_ana · December 2021

@Chris Messina:

I think that is because the QR code scanning feature has not been implemented in 1Password 8 yet, it will be back once our developers have had the chance to add it :+1:

viswiz · December 2021

I miss this feature within 1Password 8 as well.

ag_ana · December 2021

Me too @viswiz, I hope our developers will be able to add it back soon :+1: In the meantime, I hope that the workaround with the browser extension will help you too :)