NFC stands for Near Field Communication. It is a short-range, high frequency data transfer technology that makes use of electromagnetic induction between two devices and can deliver data at a faster rate than bluetooth.
It is usually used with electronic small chips in the mobile phone, which contain all the required information (such as credit cards numbers, ID cards, etc) with them. The NFC chip in your phone can be used to pay for goods or services without needing to handle your credit card or cash. All you have to do is scan the NFC tag of your smartphone on an NFC terminal and make sure that your NFC contactless payment app has been powered.
NFC tags are more commonly known as FRID tags (Radio Frequency Identification), although they are not limited to this type of technology. In this article we will explain more about NFC in Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G.
Does Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G have NFC on its system?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G and you can enable it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G? – Activation NFC
You can activate NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G from the main screen by swiping down from the top then tapping on the NFC icon and it will be enabled. Also, you can activate the feature from settings:
– Go to settings.
– Click on connections and sharing.
– Swipe up to find NFC.
– Turn on the NFC switch.
You can turn the feature off whenever you want especially if you want to save your phone power. If you don’t know how to use NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G in terms of paying and scanning tags, continue reading this article as everything about NFC will be clarified.
How can I scan NFC tags on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After learning how to install and use the NFC writing apps by reading the following paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone close to the tag and scan it.
How to transfer data by using NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G?
To transfer files from Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After installing the app in both, Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G and the other device, click 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 Redmi K30i 5G, 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 Redmi K30i 5G on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
NFC Apps on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G
To run NFC on your Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G, you can download third – party apps for tasks automation or install NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes assist use the fantastic features of your smartphone.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
To use NFC features on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G, you need to activate tap to pay by following these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Share and connect.
– Click 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?
Firstly, you need to activate NFC on your Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G. After that, make sure that you have a blank NFC tag or buy a one. Next, install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
Open the app and follow the text below to write the tag with it.
How to Write NFC tags on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G
Here is how to write an NFC tag to automate tasks by scanning:
– Open the app.
– Press on write tags in the top right.
– Choose new data set.
Click on the 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 memory I need to write an NFC tag?
The memory you need depends on the form 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 K30i 5G?
Using NFC on Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G 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.