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. Activating 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 P8 starting from the activating of the chip and use it to make payments as an example.
Does Huawei P8 have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Huawei P8 and you can activate it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Huawei P8?
NFC on Huawei P8 should be turnen on manually from settings or the main screen as clarified in the following steps:
– Go to the settings.
– Press on connection and sharing.
– Scroll up.
– You will find NFC switch, turn it on to activate the feature.
Also, you can activate NFC from the home screen:
– Swipe down from the top.
– Tap on the NFC icon and it will be turned on.
Now follow the next paragraphs to learn how to use NFC on Huawei P8
For activating NFC feature in your phone, follow these steps:
– Go to the main screen.
– Scroll down from the top.
– Tap on the NFC icon and it will be activated.
Another way to activate the feature by going to settings, then connections and activate the NFC switch.
Now, if you want to learn more about how to use NFC on Huawei P8, continue reading this article.
Scanning NFC tags on Huawei P8
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Huawei P8. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone approximate to the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to install and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
How to transfer files by using NFC on Huawei P8?
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 P8, 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 P8 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Huawei P8 , 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 P8?
To use NFC tags for automation on your device 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 make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To pay with NFC feature on Huawei P8, 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 enable NFC on your Huawei P8. After that, ensure that you have a blank NFC tag or buy a one. Next, install 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?
Follow the explanation below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose 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.
How much memory do I need to write 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 P8
Using NFC on Huawei P8 requires you to be familiar with Huawei P8 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.