How to set up 2FA without a QR code on Windows?

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Taiyou
Taiyou
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Hi! I found this discussion (https://1password.community/discussion/126668/feature-request-add-modify-2fa-without-qr-code) saying we can add 2FA to a login with just the secret key in the Windows app. I was trying to do so but the app only showed me the button to scan a QR code (the other one is to ignore the promo). Is it a hidden option or I just didn't do it right?

1Password Version: 8.9.5
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OS Version: Windows 11
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  • Jack.P_1P
    Jack.P_1P
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    Hi @Taiyou:

    Great question! To add a one-time password to a Login item without having the QR code available, edit the item in 1Password for Windows, then add the secret to a One Time Password field. It should look a bit like this:

    Let me know how you get on with that!

    Jack

  • Taiyou
    Taiyou
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    It worked! Thanks Jack for walking me through!

  • Jack.P_1P
    Jack.P_1P
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    I'm glad to hear I was able to help @Taiyou! Feel free to get in touch if there's anything else we can help you with in the future. 😀

    Jack

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