How to Scan Your Collection

To use our tools, you need to export your Pokemon data as a CSV file. Here's how to do it with the two most popular apps.

Calcy IV

Android only - FREE export

Best for Android users who want free CSV export.

See Instructions

Poke Genie

iOS & Android - $4.99/month for export

Best for iOS users (only option) or those who want auto-scanning.

See Instructions

Calcy IV Instructions (Android)

Step 1: Install Calcy IV

Download from the Google Play Store

Step 2: Grant Permissions

Calcy IV needs "Draw over other apps" permission to show its overlay button in Pokemon GO.

Open Calcy IV
Follow the setup prompts
Grant the overlay permission when asked

Step 3: Scan Your Pokemon

Option A: Scan one at a time

Open Pokemon GO
View a Pokemon's details screen
Tap the Calcy IV button that appears
Repeat for each Pokemon

Option B: Bulk scan (faster)

In Calcy IV, go to Settings → Scan
Enable "Scan Box" or "Auto-scan"
Follow the app's instructions to scan multiple Pokemon

Step 4: Export CSV

In Calcy IV, tap the menu (three lines)
Select "History" or "Pokemon List"
Tap the export/share icon
Choose "Export as CSV"
Save the file or share it to yourself (email, cloud, etc.)

Step 5: Upload to PoGO Tools

Go to Collection Triage and upload your CSV file.

Poke Genie Instructions (iOS & Android)

Note: Poke Genie's CSV export requires a paid subscription ($4.99/month). Scanning is free, but export is not.

Step 1: Install Poke Genie

Download from the App Store or Play Store

Step 2: Set Up Scanning

iOS:

Open Poke Genie
Grant screen recording permission
Follow the setup tutorial

Android:

Open Poke Genie
Grant overlay permission
Follow the setup tutorial

Step 3: Scan Your Collection

Poke Genie's "Scan Box" feature can auto-scan your entire collection:

In Poke Genie, tap "Scan Box"
Open Pokemon GO to your Pokemon list
Start the scan - it will scroll through automatically
Wait for it to finish (can take 10-30 minutes for large collections)

Step 4: Export CSV (Paid Feature)

Subscribe to Poke Genie Premium if you haven't
Go to your Pokemon list in Poke Genie
Tap the export icon (usually top right)
Choose "Export All" → "CSV"
Save or share the file

Step 5: Upload to PoGO Tools

Go to Collection Triage and upload your CSV file.

Tips for Better Scans

Scan regularly. Your collection changes! Re-scan every few weeks or after catching a lot of new Pokemon.
Make sure moves are visible. Some scans miss moves if you don't scroll to show them. Check that your exported data includes move information.
Check for errors. Scanners aren't perfect. If a result looks wrong (e.g., impossible IVs), re-scan that Pokemon manually.
Use good lighting. Screen-reading scanners work better when your screen is bright and clear.
Close other overlays. Other apps with screen overlays can interfere with scanning.

Troubleshooting

The scanner isn't reading my Pokemon correctly

Try these fixes:

Make sure your screen brightness is turned up
Disable any blue light filters or night mode
Close other apps with overlays
Try scanning from the Pokemon's detail screen, not the list
Make sure the app is updated to the latest version

I can't find the export option

Calcy IV: Menu → History → Share/Export icon → CSV

Poke Genie: You need a Premium subscription. Once subscribed, go to your Pokemon list and tap the export icon.

The CSV file is empty or has no Pokemon

Make sure you've actually scanned Pokemon before exporting. Open the app's Pokemon list to verify your scans were saved. If the list is empty, you need to scan your Pokemon first.

PoGO Tools says "Unknown CSV format"

This usually means the CSV wasn't exported correctly. Make sure you:

Exported as CSV (not Excel, JSON, or other formats)
Used the official export function, not a screenshot or copy-paste
The file has the .csv extension

If you're still having trouble, let us know and include what app you're using.