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 small 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 device 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 operated.
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 RX17 Pro.
Does Oppo RX17 Pro have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Oppo RX17 Pro and you can enable it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo RX17 Pro?
NFC on Oppo RX17 Pro should be turnen on manually from settings or the home screen as clarified in the following steps:
– Go to the settings.
– Press on connection and sharing.
– Swipe up.
– You will find NFC switch, turn it on to enable the feature.
Also, you can enable NFC from the main screen:
– Swipe down from the top.
– Tap on the NFC icon and it will be activated.
Now follow the next paragraphs to learn how to use NFC on Oppo RX17 Pro
How can I scan NFC tags on Oppo RX17 Pro?
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Oppo RX17 Pro. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone in front of the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to install and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
Transferring files using NFC on Oppo RX17 Pro
To send data from Oppo RX17 Pro, 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.
For what can I use NFC apps on Oppo RX17 Pro?
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Oppo RX17 Pro, 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 Google pay app for contactless payments?
You have Oppo RX17 Pro means that you can make payments with NFC. Follow these steps to use google pay for pay and checking your transaction history.
– Download Google pay.
– Open the app.
– Get started.
– Select set it up.
– Add your card.
– Add your card details.
You should set Google pay as your default payment method because it’s the most important one to use. To do so, go to settings, then cintactless payments or tap and pay, and select Google pay.
Ready to get your products? Simply put your phone by the scanner and go.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
Installing a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We suggest for you 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 text about writing a tag.
How to use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
To automate tasks by scanning tags, you need to write commands using a tag and NFC writing app. To write the tag:
– Open the app.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose New Data set.
You will find many options, select the link for example to enter a URL.
– Choose the URL type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
In the next screen you will find all of the options unchecked. Click on write, hold your phone, then move the tag in front of it and the confirmation screen will appear.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
The memory you need depends on the form of data, if you want to store text it will take 26 Bytes. On the other hand, a web address requires 19 Bytes, and SMS requires 68 Bytes. As for Emails you will want at least 83 Bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Oppo RX17 Pro
Using NFC on Oppo RX17 Pro requires you to be familiar with Oppo RX17 Pro 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.