NFC stands for Near Field communication. It allows two devices to communicate and perform tasks like transfer 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 make clear how to use NFC on Huawei nova 5 Pro starting from the activating of the chip and use it to make payments as an example.
Does Huawei nova 5 Pro have NFC as a wireless technology?
Yes, Huawei nova 5 Pro has an NFC feature which is activated by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
Wireless connection not working, how to turn on NFC on Huawei nova 5 Pro?
To activate NFC on Huawei nova 5 Pro, follow these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Tap on connections.
– Swipe down and turn on the switch of NFC.
Now NFC is active in your phone and you can use it or even turn it off if you want. To get benefits from NFC, you need to know how to use NFC on Huawei nova 5 Pro in terms of paying, scanning tags and writing tags. So, continue reading as we will explain more about these topics.
How to turn On NFC on Huawei nova 5 Pro? Tap on the settings in main screen, select more or more connections, then choose NFC and move the switch to activate it.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Huawei nova 5 Pro?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Huawei nova 5 Pro, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After learning how to install and use the NFC writing apps by reading the next paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone near the tag and scan it.
Transferring data using NFC on Huawei nova 5 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 Huawei nova 5 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 Huawei nova 5 Pro on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Huawei nova 5 Pro , 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 Huawei nova 5 Pro?
To use NFC tags for automation on your Huawei nova 5 Pro, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps provide a lot of features with little effort and no manual actions needed.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
To pay with NFC feature on Huawei nova 5 Pro, you need to dowmload a wallet app, such as Google pay. After that, it’s important to add your card and bank details. Next, you need to activate tap to pay feature by following these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Tap apps and notifications.
– Tap default apps.
– Click on tap & pay.
– Choose the app you downloaded.
When you want to pay, just open the app and put the phone close to the other device then tap to pay.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
Firstly, you need to turn on NFC on your Huawei nova 5 Pro. After that, make sure that you have a blank NFC tag or buy a one. Next, download Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
Open the app and follow the text below to write the tag with it.
How to use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
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.
Tap 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.
What is the memory I need to write an 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 serve. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, meanwhile email messages need at least 83 bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Huawei nova 5 Pro
Using NFC on Huawei nova 5 Pro requires you to be familiar with Huawei nova 5 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.