How to Catalog Your Books with ISBN Scan

Ever wish you could organize your entire home library with just your phone?

With BiblioBay, you can — in seconds.


Whether you have 20 or 2,000 books, keeping track of them all can be overwhelming. Spreadsheets, paper lists, and memory just don’t cut it anymore — especially when you want to know what you own, what you’ve lent out, or what you want to read next.


That’s why we built smart scanning into the heart of BiblioBay — a fast, accurate way to catalog your books using nothing but your phone’s camera.

How It Works: ISBN Scanning


Every modern book comes with a unique identifier: the ISBN barcode. BiblioBay reads this instantly and fetches full book details like:

  • ✅ Title
  • ✅ Author
  • ✅ Cover image
  • ✅ Number of pages
  • ✅ Publisher & published date
  • ✅ Language & genre


All you need to do is:

  1. Open the BiblioBay app
  2. Tap “Add Book”
  3. Choose “Scan ISBN”
  4. Point your camera at the book’s barcode — done!


Within seconds, your book appears in your digital collection with all the metadata already filled in.

Why It’s a Game-Changer

  • Lightning fast: Scan and save dozens of books in just a few minutes
  • Zero typing required: Let the app do the heavy lifting
  • Professional-grade accuracy: Powered by ISBNdb and Google Books APIs
  • Great for large collections: Ideal for collectors, schools, and personal libraries


✨ “I scanned over 100 books in one afternoon. No mistakes. No stress.” – Beta tester feedback

Make It Your Own


Once a book is scanned into your collection, you can:

  • Add your own notes or reading status
  • Mark it as favorite, lent, or for sale
  • Assign it to a specific library (e.g. “Home”, “Office”, “Vacation Home”)


The beauty of BiblioBay isn’t just the speed — it’s the flexibility.

What About Older Books or Missing Barcodes?


No worries — for older books, local editions, or handwritten gifts without an ISBN:

  • Use the Manual Add feature
  • Fill in title, author, and any notes you like
  • Upload a custom cover photo if desired


You’re never limited — scan when you can, type when you need.

Use Cases from Real Users


“I used BiblioBay while reorganizing my bookshelf. I scanned everything as I went and it actually made me want to read more.”
– Emily R., Book Club Host, London


“I manage a small community lending library. BiblioBay’s scanning tool saved me weeks of data entry.”
– Josh B., Librarian, Chicago

Ready to Try It?


Whether you’re just starting your digital library or refreshing your collection, BiblioBay’s ISBN scanning is the simplest way to start.


No spreadsheets. No manual typing. Just scan — and your book is saved forever.


👉 Try BiblioBay free today and start building your smart personal library.


Friday, July 25, 2025