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title: "What can you do with an inventory handheld scanner?"
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# What can you do with an inventory handheld scanner?

## Problem

It is important to understand the specific capabilities of inventory handheld scanners.

## Solution

When paired with a handheld scanner, the inventory mobile app allows you to manage your inventory efficiently. Here's how you can use these tools.

### Receive purchase orders

Use the handheld scanner to scan incoming parts directly into your inventory system.

### View Inventory

Easily check your current stock levels in the inventory mobile app.

- **Complete Picklists**: View and action pending transfers from your inventory location
- **Conduct Counts**: Scan the barcode of each item and easily record the available quantity

For more, see [Itemized barcode scanning in the inventory mobile app](/roofing/docs/itemized-barcode-scanning-in-the-inventory-mobile-app) and the [Inventory Mobile app](/v1/docs/inventory-mobile-app).