NFC stands for “Near Field Communication” It is a wireless technology that enables the share of data between two devices. You can use it to perform contactless transaction, add contacts to your phone or transfer information between two phones.
NFC tags can be embedded in contactless cards, stickers and posters and are used worldwide by major advertisers and brands. The core of NFC tags has increases as they enable you to make more seamless purchases with less friction, increase customer engagement and build customer loyality. In this article we will explain features of NFC in LG Optimus 4X HD P880.
How to turn on NFC on LG Optimus 4X HD P880? – NFC activation process
You can enable NFC on LG Optimus 4X HD P880 from the main screen by swiping down from the top then pressing on the NFC icon and it will be enabled. Also, you can enable the feature from settings:
– Go to settings.
– Click on connections and sharing.
– Swipe up to find NFC.
– Turn on the NFC switch.
You can turn the feature off whenever you want especially if you want to save your phone power. If you don’t know how to use NFC on LG Optimus 4X HD P880 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 LG Optimus 4X HD P880?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on LG Optimus 4X HD P880 to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to download 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.
How can I share data by NFC on LG Optimus 4X HD P880?
To send files from LG Optimus 4X HD P880 to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After installing the app in both, LG Optimus 4X HD P880 and the other device, click on send option in the bottom left corner of the app.
In the other device, tap on yes, I agree and close the window. On LG Optimus 4X HD P880, 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.
– press on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in LG Optimus 4X HD P880 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In LG Optimus 4X HD P880, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on LG Optimus 4X HD P880
To run NFC on your LG Optimus 4X HD P880, you can install third – party apps for tasks automatization or download NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes assist use the fantastic features of your smartphone.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
If you have a NFC-supported device, you can use Google pay to send and recieve cash payments. To set it up, all you nees to do is:
– Download Google pay.
– Open the app.
– Get started.
– Choose set it up.
– Add your card.
Next, 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 by using NFC apps?
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Press on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Tap 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.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
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.
What do you need to use NFC on LG Optimus 4X HD P880?
Using NFC on LG Optimus 4X HD P880 requires you to be familiar with LG Optimus 4X HD P880 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.