NFC stands for Near Field communication. It allows two devices to communicate and perform tasks like send data by touching them together or by holding them close enough to one another. This technology is often used in communication. Activating NFC means turning on the chip in your phone that is responsible of every process done by this technology.
In this article, we will clarify how to use NFC on Xiaomi Civi starting from the activating of the chip and use it to make payments as an example.
Does Xiaomi Civi have NFC?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Xiaomi Civi and you can enable it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Civi? – NFC activation process
Follow the next steps to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Civi:
– Go to settings.
– Choose connection and sharing.
– swipe up.
– Turn on NFC switch.
You can also go to the main screen, swipe down from the top and activate the NFC icon. Continue reading the next paragraphs about how to use NFC on Xiaomi Civi.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Xiaomi Civi?
Scanning an NFC tag on Xiaomi Civi, comes after installing a writing app like TagWriter by NXP. You just need to open the app, and hold your phone near the tag then scan it. The following paragraphs explain more about downloading and using writing apps.
Transferring files using NFC on Xiaomi Civi
To transfer data from Xiaomi Civi, NFC should be enabled as clarified before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then turn on 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 Xiaomi Civi have apps for NFC?
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Xiaomi Civi, 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 make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To utilize tap-to-pay features on your Xiaomi Civi, 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 use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the clarification 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.
How much memory do I 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.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Xiaomi Civi
Using NFC on Xiaomi Civi requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Civi 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.