NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it’s a short range wireless communication technology. It allows the exchange 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 Xiaomi 12 in terms of activating, paying and transfering data.
Do Xiaomi 12 have NFC om its system?
Yes, you can find NFC option in Xiaomi 12, but this depends on the region or the market of the region that provide this device.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi 12?
It’s so important to know how to use NFC on Xiaomi 12 in terms of paying, sending files to save your time, but you need first to enable the feature by go to the settings then connection and sharing. After that, swipe up, and turn on the NFC switch. You can also activate the N-mark from the notification centre. Swipe down from the home screen and activate the icon.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Xiaomi 12?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Xiaomi 12, 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 following paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone close to the tag and scan it.
How to share files using NFC from Xiaomi 12 to an Android smartphone?
To share data from Xiaomi 12, NFC should be enabled as explained before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then enable 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 Xiaomi 12?
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Xiaomi 12, you need third-party apps, while to make payments you need NFC payment apps. These apps help you to use your phone features effortlessly with no need to do many tasks manually.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To utilize tap-to-pay features on your Xiaomi 12, go to settings, share and connect, then press on tap to pay and choose the appropriate app to use it. Next, open the app and add your card details.
To make a payment with your phone, open the app and tap it to another device. This will allow you to pay electronically with your phone.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To automate tasks on your phone, you need to do two things. The first one, downloading a writing app. The second one, learning how to write a tag. Now, make sure that you have an empy tag or buy a one. As for the app, we recommend NXP tag writer. Now follow the next explanation about how to write the tag.
How to Write NFC tags on Xiaomi 12
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Tap 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 depends on the kind 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 need at least 83 Bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Xiaomi 12?
Using NFC on Xiaomi 12 requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi 12 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.