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 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 clarify features of NFC in Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro.
Does Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro have NFC technology?
Yes, Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro has an NFC feature which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
Wireless connection not working, how to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro?
NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro should be enabled manually from settings or the main screen as clarified in the following steps:
– Go to the settings.
– Press on connection and sharing.
– Swipe up.
– You will find NFC switch, turn it on to enable the feature.
Also, you can enable NFC from the main screen:
– Swipe down from the top.
– Tap on the NFC icon and it will be activated.
Now follow the next paragraphs to learn how to use NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro
Scanning NFC tags on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro
Scanning an NFC tag on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro, comes after downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP. You just need to open the app, and hold your phone close to the tag then scan it. The following paragraphs explain more about downloading and using writing apps.
Transferring data using NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro
To transfer data from Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro, NFC should be activated as clarified before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then turn on 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 Redmi K30 Pro have apps for NFC?
When it comes to NFC tags for task automation on your Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro, you need a third-party app. For making payments, you need an NFC payment app.
These apps help you make the most of your phone features in no time with no hassle.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
To use NFC for making payments on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro, you need to activate tap to pay feature by following these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Share and connect.
– Tap 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 close to the other device and tap to pay.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
downloading a writing app is a priority to write a tag. We highly recommend NXO tagwriter as one of the best writing apps to write a tag. Also, you need to have an empty NFC tag or buy a one if you don’t have. Then, follow the next clarification about writing a tag.
How to write NFC tags using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
To automate tasks by scanning tags, you need to write commands using a tag and NFC writing app. To write the tag:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Choose New Data set.
You will find many options, select the link for example to enter a URL.
– Choose the URL type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
In the next screen you will find all of the options unchecked. Tap on write, hold your phone, then move the tag in front of it and the confirmation screen will appear.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
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.
What do you need to use NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro?
Using NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Redmi K30 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.