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 information at a faster rate than bluetooth.
It is usually used with electronic chips 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 phone 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 turned on.
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 Oppo Find 5.
Do Oppo Find 5 have NFC om its system?
Yes, Oppo Find 5 has an NFC feature which is enabled by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo Find 5?
Follow these steps to activate NFC on Oppo Find 5:
– Go to settings.
– Choose connection and sharing.
– Scroll up.
– enable NFC switch.
You can also go to the main screen, swipe down from the top and enable the NFC icon. Continue reading the next paragraphs about how to use NFC on Oppo Find 5.
Scanning NFC tags on Oppo Find 5
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Oppo Find 5. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone close 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 share files by using NFC on Oppo Find 5?
To transfer data from Oppo Find 5, NFC should be activated as explained before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then turn on 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 Oppo Find 5 have apps for NFC?
When it comes to NFC tags for task automation on your Oppo Find 5, you need a third-party app. For make 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?
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.
– 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 install NFC writing apps for android?
Firstly, you need to enable NFC on your Oppo Find 5. After that, make sure 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 Write NFC tags on Oppo Find 5
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the text below:
– Open the app you download.
– Press 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 close to the tag to see the confirmation 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 be enough. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, meanwhile email messages require at least 83 bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Oppo Find 5?
Using NFC on Oppo Find 5 requires you to be familiar with Oppo Find 5 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.