NFC stands for Near Field Communication and it’s a short range wireless communication technology. It allows the transfer of information over short distances by bringing together two devices that are within about 4 inches of each other.
In this article we will explain how to use NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S in terms of activating, paying and transfering data.
Does Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S have NFC technology?
Yes, you can find NFC option in Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, but this depends on the region or the market of the region that provide this device.
Wireless connection not working, how to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S?
Follow these steps to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S:
– Go to settings.
– Tap on connections.
– Swipe down.
– enable the NFC switch.
If you want to know more about how to use NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, continue reading the following paragraphs as everything about NFC will be explained.
How to scan the NFC tag on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S?
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone approximate to the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to download and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
How can I transfer files by NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S?
To transfer files from Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After downloading the app in both, Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S and the other device, tap on send option in the bottom left corner of the app.
In the other phone, tap on yes, I agree and close the window. On Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, 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 Note 10S on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, you need third-party apps, while to make payments you need NFC payment apps. These apps help you to use your phone features effortlessly with no need to do many tasks manually.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
To use NFC for making payments on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, you need to activate 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 close to the other device and tap to pay.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– Activate NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S.
– 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 on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the text below:
– Open the app you installed.
– Click 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.
How much memory do I 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 Redmi Note 10S
Using NFC on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S 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.