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 devices that are within about 4 inches of each other.
In this article we will show how to use NFC on Oppo Find 7a in terms of activating, paying and transfering data.
Does Oppo Find 7a have NFC technology?
Yes, Oppo Find 7a has an NFC technology which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo Find 7a? – NFC activation process
Follow the next steps to enable NFC on Oppo Find 7a:
– Go to settings.
– Choose connection and sharing.
– swipe up.
– enable NFC switch.
You can also go to the home screen, swipe down from the top and enable the NFC icon. Continue reading the following paragraphs about how to use NFC on Oppo Find 7a.
How can I scan NFC tags on Oppo Find 7a?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Oppo Find 7a, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After learning how to install and use the NFC writing apps by reading the next paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone near the tag and scan it.
How to share files by using NFC on Oppo Find 7a?
To send data from Oppo Find 7a, NFC should be turned om as clarified before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then turn on the Android Beam. After activation, follow these steps to accomplish sharing 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, choose 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.
Apps for NFC on Oppo Find 7a
To use NFC tags for automation on your phone 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 use Google pay app for contactless payments?
Google pay is a payment service developed by Google so that payments can be sent and recieved through NFC enabled devices. To use this feature, you need to:
– Download Google pay.
– Open Google pay application.
– Tap on Get started.
– Select Set it up.
– Add your card.
Next, you need to enter the bank card details. Now, when you want to pay, just put your phone close to the terminal and pay for products.
Be aware that it’s so important to set the Google Pay as the primary, so you can use this feature. To do so, go to settings then to contactless payments or tap and pay, and select the Google pay as payment default.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
downloading a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We recommend NXO tagwriter as one of the best writing apps to write a tag. Also, you need to have a blank NFC tag or buy a one if you don’t have. Then, follow the next explanation about writing a tag.
How to Write NFC tags on Oppo Find 7a
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.
Click 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 storage capacity you 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.
What do you need to use NFC on Oppo Find 7a?
Using NFC on Oppo Find 7a requires you to be familiar with Oppo Find 7a 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.