NFC stands for Near Field communication. It allows two devices to communicate and perform tasks like exchange data by touching them together or by holding them close enough to one another. This technology is often used in communication. Turning on NFC means turning on the chip in your phone that is responsible of every process done by this technology.
In this article, we will clarify how to use NFC on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro starting from the activating of the chip and use it to make payments as an example.
Does Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro have NFC as a wireless technology?
Yes, Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro has an NFC feature which is enabled by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
Scanning NFC tags on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to install NFC tag writer app on your phone such as-NFC TagWriter by NXP.
To scan the tag, simply hold your phone close to the tag and if you want to know how to install and use NFC writing apps, continue reading the article and you will learn everything about how to write and scan NFC tags.
How can I transfer data by NFC on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro?
Download “send anywhere” app in both devices. In the first device, open the app and tap on share option in the top left corner. As for the other device, tap on yes I agree and close the window. Next, in Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro, tap on:
– Newly installed apps.
– Send anywhere.
– Media files from screenshot or another folder.
Now remove the mark from the first two options and keep it for the files you want to send them. Next, click on send and got it.
– click on the upper right icon
– Choose while using the app.
– Tap on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro
To use NFC tags for automation on your Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps afford a lot of features with bit effort and no manual actions necessary.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
Google pay is a payment service developed by Google so that payments can be sent and recieved through devices that supports NFC. To use this feature, you need to:
– Download Google pay.
– Open Google pay application.
– Tap on Get started.
– Select Set it up.
– Add your card.
Next, you need to enter the bank card details. Now, when you want to pay, just put your phone close to the terminal and pay for products. Be aware that it’s so important to set the Google Pay as the primary, so you can use this feature. To do so, go to settings then to contactless payments or tap and pay, and select the Google pay as payment default.
How to Write NFC tags on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro
Follow the explanation below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Press on link (You can choose anything from the list).
– Insert the link type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
Now click on write, then hold your phone near the tag to scan it till the confirmation appear on the screen.
What is the storage capacity you need to write NFC tag?
To stor text, you’d need a memory size of 26 bytes (bytes are the same as bits)
For web addresses, 19 bytes should be enough. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, on the other hand email messages require at least 83 bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro?
Using NFC on Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro requires you to be familiar with Asus ROG Phone 5s Pro NFC settings that include :
– Turning on NFC: A process of activating NFC from settings.
– Using the antenna: A sensor makes it possible to share data wirelessly.
– Scanning: Making contactless communication between two phones using the NFC sensor.
– Paying: using the NFC feature to make contactless payments.
– Transferring data: Sending data from one device to another by using NFC.