NFC stands for Near Field Communication. It is a short-range, high frequency data share technology that makes use of electromagnetic induction between two devices and can deliver data at a faster rate than bluetooth.
It is usually used with electronic cards in the mobile phone, which store all the required information (such as credit cards numbers, ID cards, etc) with them. The NFC chip in your smartphone can be used to pay for goods or services without needing to use your credit card or cash. All you need to do is scan the NFC tag of your smartphone on an NFC terminal and assure that your NFC contactless payment app has been operated.
NFC tags are more commonly known as FRID tags (Radio Frequency Identification), although they are not limited to this type of technology. In this article we will talk more about NFC in Huawei P40.
Does Huawei P40 have NFC technology?
Yes, Huawei P40 has an NFC technology which is enabled by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Huawei P40? – Activation NFC
You need just to swipe down from the home screen and tap on the NFC icon and it will be activated. Follow the next paragraphs to learn how to use NFC on Huawei P40 after activating.
Before learning how to use NFC on Huawei P40, you need to turn it on by going to the home screen, scroll down and click on the NFC icon. Also, you can enable the feature from settings, connections then turn the NFC switch on.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Huawei P40?
Scanning an NFC tag on Huawei P40, comes after downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP. You just need to open the app, and hold your phone close to the tag then scan it. The following paragraphs clarify more about downloading and using writing apps.
How can I share files by NFC on Huawei P40?
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 P40, 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.
– Tap 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 P40 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Huawei P40 , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on Huawei P40
When it comes to NFC tags for task automation on your Huawei P40, you need a third-party app. For making payments, you need an NFC payment app.
These apps allow 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 P40 to pay with NFC technology. To do this, you need to download a wallet app including 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?
In order to automate tasks on your phone, you need to do two things. The first one, installing a writing app. The second one, learning how to write a tag. Now, ensure that you have a blank NFC tag or buy a one. As for the app, we recommend NXP tag writer. Now follow the next explanation about how to write the tag.
How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the text below:
– Open the app you download.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Let’s assume that you choose “link”:
– Choose its type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
In the next screen, all options are unckecked. Click on write, then hold your phone near the tag to see the confirmation on the screen.
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 want at least 83 Bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Huawei P40?
Using NFC on Huawei P40 requires you to be familiar with Huawei P40 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.