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 clear up how to use NFC on Samsung Galaxy J2 in terms of activating, paying and transfering data.
How to turn on NFC on Samsung Galaxy J2?
Activating NFC on Samsung Galaxy J2 is so easy as you just need to go to settings, more advanced settings, and choose NFC, then press on the switch to enable it. Continue reading how to use NFC on Samsung Galaxy J2 in terms of paying and sharing files.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Samsung Galaxy J2?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Samsung Galaxy J2, 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 paragraphs, you then just need to hold your phone near the tag and scan it.
Transferring files using NFC on Samsung Galaxy J2
Download “send anywhere” app in both devices. In the first device, open the app and tap on share option in the top left corner. As for the other device, tap on yes I agree and close the window. Next, in Samsung Galaxy J2, 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.
– Tap on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Samsung Galaxy J2 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Samsung Galaxy J2 , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
Installing a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We highly 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 clarification about writing a tag.