NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it’s a short range wireless communication technology. It allows the share of information over short distances by bringing together two phones that are within about 4 inches of each other.
In this article we will explain how to use NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G in terms of turning on, paying and transfering data.
Does Huawei P40 lite 5G have NFC?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Huawei P40 lite 5G and you can activate it from settings.
Wireless connection not working, how to turn on NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G?
Before learning how to use NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G, you need to enable it from settings. After that, you can go to the connections, and scroll down, then you can switch the NFC feature.
How to turn On NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G? click on the settings in main screen, select more or more connections, then choose NFC and turn on the switch to activate it.
Scanning NFC tags on Huawei P40 lite 5G
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to install 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.
Transferring data using NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G
To transfer data from Huawei P40 lite 5G, NFC should be turned om as clarified before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then enable the Android Beam. After activation, follow these steps to accomplish transfering 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, select 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.
Does Huawei P40 lite 5G have apps for NFC?
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Huawei P40 lite 5G, you need third-party apps, while to make payments you need NFC payment apps. These apps help you to use your phone features effortlessly with no need to do many tasks manually.
How to use Huawei P40 lite 5G NFC payment?
To pay with NFC feature on Huawei P40 lite 5G, 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?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– enable NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G.
– 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 using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
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 memory I need to write an NFC tag?
The memory you need to write an NFC tag is not the same because if you want to write or store a web address, you will need 19 bytes, while you need 68 bytes for SMS. As for Emails, it requires at least 83 bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G
Using NFC on Huawei P40 lite 5G requires you to be familiar with Huawei P40 lite 5G 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.