NFC is a feature that allows two devices to exchange data when they are within four inches of each other.
NFC tags are used to store and exchange data with an NFC compatiable device like a smatrtphone.
Some popular use cases of the NFC technology on smartphones include unlocking doors, exchanging contact information, and paying at places like tolls gates. In this article we will focus more on payments and sharing files with NFC in Oppo K5.
Does Oppo K5 have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, Oppo K5 has an NFC technology which is enabled by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo K5? – Activation NFC
You can turn on NFC on Oppo K5 via the home screen:
– Slide down.
– You may find the NFC icon in the first or the second slide.
– Tap on the icon.
– The NFC is activated now.
Also, you can activate the NFC feature via:
– Settings.
– Connections.
– Activate the NFC. If you don’t know how to use NFC on Oppo K5, in terms of paying and scanning tags, continue reading this article as everything about NFC will be clarified.
How can I scan NFC tags on Oppo K5?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Oppo K5, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After you learn how to download 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.
Transferring data using NFC on Oppo K5
To share data from Oppo K5, NFC should be turned om as explained before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then enable 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 K5 have apps for NFC?
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Oppo K5, you need third-party apps, while to make payments you need NFC payment apps. These apps help you to use your phone features easily with no need to do many tasks manually.
How to use Oppo K5 NFC payment?
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.
– 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 near the other device and pay.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– Activate NFC on Oppo K5.
– Buy a blank NFC tag.
– Install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
After downloading the app open it and continue reading the following paragraph about writing the tag by this app.
How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the text below:
– Open the app you download.
– Click 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.
What is the memory I need to write an 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 Oppo K5
Using NFC on Oppo K5 requires you to be familiar with Oppo K5 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.