The Near field communication (NFC) feature allows mobile device users to send data by touching them together or bringing them into contact with an NFC tag embeded in a poster or advertisement.
Mobile devices detect the tags and load information from the tags when determining what action to take on the content, such as open a URL in a browser, send it as an SMS message or call the number listed on the tag. In this article we will focus on sending data and paying with NFC in Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G.
Does Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G have NFC?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G and you can enable it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G? – NFC activation process
Follow these steps to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G:
– Go to settings.
– Choose connection and sharing.
– swipe up.
– activate NFC switch.
You can also go to the home screen, swipe down from the top and enable the NFC icon. Continue reading the next paragraphs about how to use NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to download NFC tag writer app on your phone such as-NFC TagWriter by NXP.
To scan the tag, simply hold your phone close to the tag and if you want to learn how to install and use NFC writing apps, continue reading the article and you will learn everything about how to write and scan NFC tags.
How can I share data by NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G?
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 Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G, 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.
– Tap on the upper right icon
– Choose while using the app.
– press on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G
To use NFC tags for automation on your Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps allow for a lot of features with little effort and no manual actions needed.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To use NFC with tap to pay feature on your Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G, follow these steps:
– Go to settings.
– press on share and connect.
– choose tap to pay.
– click on Google pay.
– Add your bank and card details.
Whenever you want to make payment, open the app and tap it to another device. This allows you to pay electronically with your phone.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
Firstly, you need to enable NFC on your Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G. After that, ensure that you have a blank NFC tag or buy a one. Next, install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
Open the app and follow the text below to write the tag with it.
How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?
Follow the explanation below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Select new data set.
Press on link (You can choose anything from the list).
– Insert the link type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
Now click on write, then hold your phone near the tag to scan it till the confirmation appear on the screen.
What is the memory I need to write an NFC tag?
The memory you need depends on the type 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.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G
Using NFC on Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro 5G 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.