The NFC chip is a kind of proximity device. It’s used to establish wireless connection with an external device via radio waves.
NFC technology is primarily used for contactless payment systems, as well as for transfering data between mobile devices.
If NFC is powered on your phone, you can transfer information like links and app shortcuts with other people by tapping the two phones together. In this article, you will know more about NFC in Asus Zenfone 7.
Does Asus Zenfone 7 have NFC on its system?
Yes, Asus Zenfone 7 has an NFC technology which is enabled by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Asus Zenfone 7? – Activate NFC
For activating NFC feature in your phone, follow these steps:
– Go to the home screen.
– Scroll down from the top.
– Tap on the NFC icon and it will be enabled.
Another way to activate the feature by going to settings, then connections and enable the NFC switch.
Now, if you want to learn more about how to use NFC on Asus Zenfone 7, continue reading this article.
How to scan the NFC tag on Asus Zenfone 7?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Asus Zenfone 7 to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to download NFC tag writer app on your phone such as-NFC TagWriter by NXP.
All what you need to do to scan is to 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 writing and scanning NFC tags.
How to share data by using NFC on Asus Zenfone 7?
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 Zenfone 7, 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.
– press on the upper right icon
– Choose while using the app.
– press on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Asus Zenfone 7 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Asus Zenfone 7 , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
For what can I use NFC apps on Asus Zenfone 7?
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Asus Zenfone 7, you need third-party apps, while to make payments you need NFC payment apps. These apps help you to use your phone features effortlessly with no need to do many tasks manually.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
If you have a phone with NFC, you can use Google pay to pay. Just follow these steps:
– Download Google pay.
– Open the app.
– Get started.
– Select set it up.
– Add your card.
– Add your card details.
We recommend that you set the Google pay as your default contactless payment method. To do so, go to settings, then contactless payments or tap and pay, and select the Google pay as a payment default.
Want to pay for your items now?, Simply put your phone by the scanner and you are done.
How to write NFC tags using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Click on link for example and then choose its type, then enter the domain in the other field. Next, select save and write. In the next screen, click on write and hold your phone close to the tag till the confirmation appears.
How much memory do I 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 work. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, meanwhile email messages need at least 83 bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Asus Zenfone 7?
Using NFC on Asus Zenfone 7 requires you to be familiar with Asus Zenfone 7 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.