--- title: Scan barcodes, capture azimuth data on photos, photo capture improvements, and more! description: August 19, 2023 --- [Skip to content](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18526569486605#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Submit a Support Ticket](https://support.pathwave.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) [![100066\_PathWave\_Logo\_Update\_NoTag\_CMYK-3](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK-3.png?width=180&height=39&name=100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK-3.png)](https://support.pathwave.com?hsLang=en) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Submit a Support Ticket](https://support.pathwave.com/kb-tickets/new) - Go to pathwave.com Go to pathwave.com Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Pathwave Knowledge Base](https://support.pathwave.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Product Updates](https://support.pathwave.com/product-updates?hsLang=en) # Scan barcodes, capture azimuth data on photos, photo capture improvements, and more! ## August 19, 2023 **In this release, you can now:** - [Use Selfie and Regular Cameras to take Photos](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18526569486605#h_01F1A9Q89CP6M91GQVND7VH30N) - [Take Photos with Volume Buttons](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18526569486605#h_01H7V51N2V5E38B6RBQCAQXC3W) - [Capture Azimuth Data for Photos](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18526569486605#h_01H7V51TFA9TDCTRC9KWT59R4K) - [Upload Photos from Device Gallery](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18526569486605#h_01H7V5214MXXAGYM2WS69F7SHX) - [Scan Barcodes in Forms](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18526569486605#h_01H7V527A5P3D4MZVZRDRBZGQM) - [Capture Current Geolocation in Forms](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18526569486605#h_01H7V52JT3BWX2FE6KBD48MPJ7) #### **Use Selfie or Regular Cameras to take Photos** Switch between front and back cameras to take photos. Expanded photo taking options to meet all photo requirements - even in tricky places. Available for Beta Cam. ![Pathwave - Selfie and Regular Camera (1)](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pathwave%20-%20Selfie%20and%20Regular%20Camera%20(1).png?width=316&height=166&name=Pathwave%20-%20Selfie%20and%20Regular%20Camera%20(1).png) #### **Take Photos with Volume Buttons** Use the volume buttons to snap a picture for a convenient and efficient photo-taking experience. Available for Beta Cam. #### **Capture Azimuth Data for Photos** Embed Azimuth data on photos taken in the Pathwave app. Capture the bearing and directional data by enabling the compass icon when taking a photo. [Learn how to capture azimuth data and require azimuth data for certain customer requirements.](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/18593430220557?hsLang=en) Available for Beta Cam. ![Pathwave - Azimuth Data (1)](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pathwave%20-%20Azimuth%20Data%20(1).png?width=225&height=118&name=Pathwave%20-%20Azimuth%20Data%20(1).png) #### **Upload Photos from Device Gallery** Upload photos from the device’s camera roll to the Pathwave app. Go to a photo label in the app and select the “+” button. Useful for capturing screenshots from a measurement app or screenshots of test data and uploading the screenshot to the Pathwave mobile app. Available for Beta Cam. ![Pathwave - Upload Photos (2) (1)](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pathwave%20-%20Upload%20Photos%20(2)%20(1).png?width=257&height=135&name=Pathwave%20-%20Upload%20Photos%20(2)%20(1).png) #### **Scan Barcodes in Forms** Capture barcodes and answer questions without manually entering long strings of numbers. In a form, tap the scan button, scan the barcode, and the data is entered automatically and accurately. Save time typing serial numbers and model numbers into forms. [Reach out to us if any existing forms can be updated to include scanning barcodes.](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/4423451398541?hsLang=en) ![Pathwave - Scan Barcode (3)](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pathwave%20-%20Scan%20Barcode%20(3).png?width=251&height=132&name=Pathwave%20-%20Scan%20Barcode%20(3).png) #### **Capture Current Geolocation in Forms** Automatically capture the current location in a form. Answer questions on forms during audits and inspections with the precise current location. [Reach out to us if any existing forms can be updated to include a current geolocation stamp.](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/4423451398541?hsLang=en) ![Pathwave - Current geocoords (1)](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pathwave%20-%20Current%20geocoords%20(1).png?width=261&height=137&name=Pathwave%20-%20Current%20geocoords%20(1).png)  **Troubleshooting App Updates** An upcoming release for Pathwave iOS and Android Apps is scheduled on Saturday, August 19, 2023 starting at 10:00 pm CT. For Pathwave-supplied devices, the Pathwave app is automatically updated when an update is released when: - iPad is turned on - Battery is 20% or higher (higher the better) - Online with reliable connection - Pathwave app is closed on the iPad - Offline data - JSAs and photos - are synced Having trouble updating the Pathwave app version? [Learn more here to troubleshoot updating the Pathwave app](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/4420350814349?hsLang=en) or [reach out to the Pathwave Support team](https://support.pathwave.com/hc/en-us/articles/4423451398541?hsLang=en) and we can help.   [![](https://support.pathwave.com/hs-fs/hubfs/100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK.png?width=1553&height=339&name=100066_PathWave_Logo_Update_NoTag_CMYK.png)](https://www.pathwave.com/) Pathwave Help Center [support@pathwave.com](mailto:support@pathwave.com)  218-353-1910 Copyright © 2025 Pathwave