NFC stands for “Near Field Communication” It is a wireless technology that enables the share of data between two devices. You can use it to perform contactless 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 core 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 explain features of NFC in Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium.
Does Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium have NFC?
Yes, Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium has an NFC feature which is activated by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How can I scan NFC tags on Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium?
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone near the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to download and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
How to transfer data using NFC from Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium to an Android smartphone?
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 Redmi K20 Pro Premium, 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.
– click on the upper right icon
– Choose while using the app.
– Tap on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium
To use NFC tags for automation on your device you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps afford a lot of features with little effort and no manual actions necessary.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To use NFC for making payments on Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium, you need to enable tap to pay feature by following these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Share and connect.
– Press on tap to pay.
Choose the appropriate app to use it. After that, open the app, add a card and enter the bank and card details. Whenever you want to pay, open the app and put it near the other device and tap to pay.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
Firstly, you need to turn on NFC on your Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium. After that, make sure that you have a blank NFC tag or buy a one. Next, download Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
Open the app and follow the text below to write the tag with it.
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 installed.
– Press on write tags in the top right.
– Select 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 near the tag to see the confirmation on the screen.
What is the memory I need to write an 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 Redmi K20 Pro Premium
Using NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro Premium 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.