NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it is a short-range wireless communication feature that enables contactless data sharing over short distances. It is like Wi-Fi, but instead of broadcasting to the world, NFC enables communication only with devices in close proximity to one another. To know what’s the role of NFC in LG G5, continue reading this article.
How to turn on NFC on LG G5?
Follow these steps to turn on NFC on LG G5:
– Swipe down from the home screen.
– Tap on the settings icon in the right corner.
– Choose networks.
– Tap on share and connect.
– Click on the NFC switch to turn it on.
– Now you can go back to the main screen and start using the NFC technology.
How can I scan NFC tags on LG G5?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on LG G5, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After learning how to download and use the NFC writing apps by reading the next paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone close to the tag and scan it.
How to transfer data using NFC from LG G5 to an Android smartphone?
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 LG G5, 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 LG G5 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In LG G5 , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on LG G5
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 afford a lot of features with bit effort and no manual actions necessary.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
If you have a NFC-supported device, you can use Google pay to send and recieve cash payments. To install it, all you nees to do is:
– Download Google pay.
– Open the app.
– Get started.
– Select set it up.
– Add your card.
After that, it’s important to add your card details. Also, you need to add Google pay as a primary app from settings> Contactless payments or tap and pay.>Select the Google pay as payment default.
When you want to pay, hold your phone close to the other device and pay.
How to write NFC tags using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
Follow the explaining below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Select 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?
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, on the other hand email messages require at least 83 bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on LG G5?
Using NFC on LG G5 requires you to be familiar with LG G5 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.