NFC stands for “Near Field Communication” It is a wireless technology that allows the transfer of data between two devices. You can use it to make wireless transaction, add contacts to your phone or transfer information between two phones.
NFC tags can be embedded in contactless cards, stickers and posters and are used worldwide by major advertisers and brands. The importance of NFC tags has increases as they enable you to make more seamless purchases with less friction, increase customer engagement and build customer loyality. In this article we will clarify features of NFC in Xiaomi Mi 11.
Does Xiaomi Mi 11 have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Xiaomi Mi 11 and you can enable it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Mi 11? – Activation NFC
To turn on NFC in Xiaomi Mi 11, you just need to swipe down from the top of the main screen, then tap on the NFC icon and it will be enabled.
If you don’t find the NFC icon in the first slide, you will find it in the second or the third one. Continue reading to know how to use NFC on Xiaomi Mi 11 in terms of scanning, writing tags and making payments.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Xiaomi Mi 11?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Xiaomi Mi 11 to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to install NFC tag writer app on your phone such as-NFC TagWriter by NXP.
All what you need to do to scan is to hold your phone close to the tag and if you want to know how to install and use NFC writing apps, continue reading the article and you will learn everything about writing and scanning NFC tags.
What is the best way to transfer files using NFC on Xiaomi Mi 11?
To transfer files from Xiaomi Mi 11 to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After installing the app in both, Xiaomi Mi 11 and the other device, tap on send option in the bottom left corner of the app.
In the other device, tap on yes, I agree and close the window. On Xiaomi Mi 11, 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 11 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi Mi 11, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on Xiaomi Mi 11
To use NFC tags for automation on your Xiaomi Mi 11, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps enable a lot of features with bit effort and no manual actions necessary.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
To use NFC with tap to pay feature on your Xiaomi Mi 11, follow these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Tap on share and connect.
– choose tap to pay.
– tap 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?
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 explanation about writing a 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 explanation below:
– Open the app you download.
– Press 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 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 want at least 83 Bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Xiaomi Mi 11
Using NFC on Xiaomi Mi 11 requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Mi 11 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.