Facebook has updated Messenger to make it easier to start chatting with strangers

A new feature in Facebook Messenger means you can simply scan someone else's phone and start having a conversation with them

Facebook has already shown us the future of VR selfies and now it's making sure you never have to ask for (or remember) someone's phone number.

A new function in Facebook Messenger will let you scan a QR-style code on someone else's phone and immediately add them as a contact. The code appears as a swirly pattern around your profile picture.

So whenever you meet someone in the pub or out and about and strike up a conversation - you'll be able to carry it on inside Messenger .

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