Basic Intent in Java

Devices

All supported Zebra Android devices

Overview

This sample demonstrates how to use DataWedge to receive scanned barcode data through an Android intent.

Available actions in this sample:

• Display the following for each decoded barcode:
  • scan source
  • scan data
  • decoder type

This sample application is only intended for educational purposes, demonstrating the use of DataWedge intent API(s).

APIs Used

DataWedge API	App Functionality
None	None

Requirements

• DataWedge (built-in all Zebra devices) is running on the device.
• DataWedge profile created and associated with this sample app. See instructions below.

Configuration

Configure DataWedge to output scans via intent:

1. Launch DataWedge via Apps > DataWedge.

2. Select a profile (e.g. Profile0 which is used for all apps not explicitly assigned a profile), or create a new profile.

3. Associate the profile with this sample app:
        a. Tap Associated Apps.
        b. In the top right menu, select New app/activity.
        c. Select com.zebra.basicintent1.
        d. Select *.
   

4. Confirm the following settings:

   • The profile is enabled
   • Barcode input is enabled
   • Intent output is enabled

5. Configure the intent output as follows:

   • Intent action: com.dwbasicintent1.ACTION (to match value defined in the strings.xml file)
   • Intent category: (leave blank)
   • Intent delivery: Broadcast intent

   

Using This Sample

To use the app:

1. Download, build, and launch the sample app.

2. Scan a barcode. The data fields are populated.

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Related guides:

• The original tutorial by Zebra engineer Darryn Campbell
• DataWedge Intent Output guide for profile settings and details
• DataWedge APIs for intent-based functions