NFC is an acronym for Near field Communication. The feature enables two phones to connect when they are close to each other.
The NFC technology is based on radio-frequency identification (RFID) standards. Like an RFID tag, a smartphone with NFC can store digital information so thet can be exchanged with other smartphones or machines by tapping them together or bringing them into close proximity.
The NFC chip on your phone may not be enabled by default. In this article we will explain how to use NFC on Huawei Mate X2 starting from how to turn it on if it’s not activated automatically.
Does Huawei Mate X2 have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, Huawei Mate X2 has an NFC technology which is enabled by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Huawei Mate X2? – Activate NFC
NFC on Huawei Mate X2 should be turnen on manually from settings or the home screen as explained in the following steps:
– Go to the settings.
– Tap on connection and sharing.
– Scroll up.
– You will find NFC switch, turn it on to activate the feature.
Also, you can enable NFC from the home screen:
– Swipe down from the top.
– press on the NFC icon and it will be activated.
Now follow the next paragraphs to learn how to use NFC on Huawei Mate X2
The first step to learn how to use NFC on Huawei Mate X2 is to activate it. You can do so by swiping down from the main screen and activate the NFC icon or from settings by going to connections and enable the NFC feature.
How to scan the NFC tag on Huawei Mate X2?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Huawei Mate X2 to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to have 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 share files by NFC on Huawei Mate X2?
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 Huawei Mate X2, 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 Huawei Mate X2 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Huawei Mate X2 , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on Huawei Mate X2
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Huawei Mate X2, you need third-party apps, while to make payments you need NFC payment apps. These apps help you to use your phone features easily with no need to do many tasks manually.
How to use Huawei Mate X2 NFC payment?
To use g NFC technology to make payments, you must add your card and bank info to a pre-installed app such as Google Pay. Once activated, all you need to do is to turn on tap to pay:
– Go to settings.
– Tap apps and notifications.
– Default apps.
– Click on tap and pay.
– Select app you downloaded.
To pay, just put your phone close the othe device and tap to pay.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
downloading a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We suggest for you NXO tagwriter as one of the best writing apps to write a tag. Also, you need to have a blank NFC tag or buy a one if you don’t have. Then, follow the next explanation about writing a tag.
How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?
Follow the explanation below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Press on write tags in the top right.
– Select 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.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
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, meanwhile email messages need at least 83 bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Huawei Mate X2?
Using NFC on Huawei Mate X2 requires you to be familiar with Huawei Mate X2 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.