NFC stands for Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless personal area network. It enables access to shared data and services by bringing the smart devices in proximity of each other. It is primarily used in payment systems and exchanging data. In this article, we are about to explain how to use NFC on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro.
Does Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro have NFC technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro and you can enable it from settings.
Scanning NFC tags on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro, 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 paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone near the tag and scan it.
How to share files by using NFC on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro?
To share data from Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro, NFC should be turned om as clarified 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.
Does Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro have apps for NFC?
When it comes to NFC tags for task automation on your phone, you need a third-party app. For making payments, you need an NFC payment app.
These apps allow you make the most of your phone features in no time with no hassle.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To use NFC features on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro, you need to turn on tap to pay by following these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Share and connect.
– Press on tap to pay.
Choose the appropriate app to use it. Next, open the app, add a card and enter the bank and card details.
Wenever you want to pay, open the app and tap on “Pay” and place the other device close to your phone.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– enable NFC on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro.
– Buy a blank NFC tag.
– Install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
After downloading the app open it and continue reading the following paragraph about writing the tag by this app.
How to use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
Follow the explaining below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Press on write tags in the top right.
– Choose 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.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
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.
What do you need to use NFC on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro?
Using NFC on Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 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.