NFC stands for Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless personal area network. It enables access to shared data and services by bringing the smart devices in proximity of each other. It is primarily used in payment systems and sharing data. In this article, we are about to explain how to use NFC on Huawei Mate S.
Does Huawei Mate S have NFC as a wireless technology?
Yes, NFC feature is available on Huawei Mate S and you can enable it it from settings.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Huawei Mate S?
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Huawei Mate S. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone in front of the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to download and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
How to share files using NFC from Huawei Mate S to an Android smartphone?
To send data from Huawei Mate S, NFC should be activated as explained before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then enable the Android Beam. After activation, follow these steps to accomplish sharing data process:
– Open Gallery or your phone files.
– Choose the file or data you want to share it.
– Tap on share icon.
– Tap on NFC icon.
– After connecting with the other device, choose tap to share.
On many devices, the beam is activated automatically when you turn on the NFC. Also, some devices requires you to tap on the Android Beam icon after you tap to share the file or the photo. So, you need to tap on the icon, then continue the other steps as usually.
NFC Apps on Huawei Mate S
To use NFC tags for automation on your Huawei Mate S, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps enable a lot of features with little effort and no manual actions needed.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
You can use your Huawei Mate S to pay with NFC technology. To do this, you need to download a wallet app such as Google pay, then add your card and bank details. You’ll then need to enable the tap to pay option by following these steos:
– Go to settings.
– Tap apps and notifications.
– Tap default apps.
– Click on tap and pay.
– Choose the app you downloaded.
In order to pay, open the app, touch near the other device and tap to confirm.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
Firstly, you need to activate NFC on your Huawei Mate S. After that, ensure that you have a blank NFC tag or buy a one. Next, install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
Open the app and follow the text below to write the tag with it.
How to Write NFC tags on Huawei Mate S
To automate tasks by scanning tags, you need to write commands using a tag and NFC writing app. To write the tag:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Choose New Data set.
You will find many options, select the link for example to enter a URL.
– Choose the URL type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
In the next screen you will find all of the options unchecked. Click on write, hold your phone, then move the tag in front of it and the confirmation screen will appear.
How much memory do I need to write NFC tag?
The memory you need depends on the type of data, if you want to store text it will take 26 Bytes. On the other hand, a web address requires 19 Bytes, and SMS requires 68 Bytes. As for Emails you will need at least 83 Bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Huawei Mate S
Using NFC on Huawei Mate S requires you to be familiar with Huawei Mate S 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.