NFC stands for Near Field communication. It allows two devices to communicate and perform tasks like send data by touching them together or by holding them close enough to one another. This technology is often used in communication. Enable NFC means turning on the chip in your phone that is responsible of every process done by this technology.
In this article, we will elaborate how to use NFC on Huawei P Smart S starting from the activating of the chip and use it to make payments as an example.
Does Huawei P Smart S have NFC technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Huawei P Smart S and you can activate it from settings.
Wireless connection not working, how to turn on NFC on Huawei P Smart S?
To enable NFC on Huawei P Smart S, follow these steps:
– Go to settings.
– click on connections.
– Scroll down and enable 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 P Smart S in terms of paying, scanning tags and writing tags. So, continue reading as we will explain more about these topics.
You can enable NFC on Huawei P Smart S via the home screen:
– Slide down.
– You may find the NFC icon in the first or the second slide.
– Tap on the icon.
– The NFC is activated now.
Also, you can activate the NFC feature via:
– Settings.
– Connections.
– Activate the NFC. If you don’t know how to use NFC on Huawei P Smart S, in terms of paying and scanning tags, continue reading this article as everything about NFC will be clarified.
How to scan the NFC tag on Huawei P Smart S?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Huawei P Smart S, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After you learn how to download and use the NFC writing apps by reading the following paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone close to the tag and scan it.
How can I share files by NFC on Huawei P Smart S?
To transfer files from Huawei P Smart S to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After downloading the app in both, Huawei P Smart S and the other device, click on send option in the bottom left corner of the app.
In the other phone, tap on yes, I agree and close the window. On Huawei P Smart S, 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.
– Tap on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Huawei P Smart S on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Huawei P Smart S, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on Huawei P Smart S
When it comes to NFC tags for task automation on your phone, you need a third-party app. For making payments, you need an NFC payment app.
These apps assist you make the most of your phone features in no time with no hassle.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
You can use your Huawei P Smart 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?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– turn on NFC on Huawei P Smart S.
– Buy a blank NFC tag.
– Install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
After installing the app open it and continue reading the following paragraph about writing the tag by this app.
How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Press 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 storage capacity you need to write NFC tag?
The memory you need depends on the kind 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.
What do you need to use NFC on Huawei P Smart S?
Using NFC on Huawei P Smart S requires you to be familiar with Huawei P Smart 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.