NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it’s a short range wireless communication technology. It allows the convert 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 Mi Mix 2 in terms of activating, paying and transfering data.
Does Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 has an NFC technology which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2? – NFC activation process
It’s not a complicated process to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 as you just need to go to settings, advanced settings, then choose NFC and enable it by turning on the switch. For how to use NFC on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2, continue reading the next paragraphs.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 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.
Transferring files using NFC on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
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 Mix 2, 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.
– press 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 Mix 2 on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
To use NFC tags for automation on your phone you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps enable a lot of features with little effort and no manual actions required.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
To use NFC with tap to pay feature on your Xiaomi Mi Mix 2, 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?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– turn on NFC on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2.
– 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 write NFC tags using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Tap 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 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 Mi Mix 2
Using NFC on Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 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.