NFC stands for Near Field communication. It allows two devices to communicate and perform tasks like send data by touching them together or by holding them close enough to one another. This technology is often used in communication. Turning on NFC means turning on the chip in your phone that is responsible of every process done by this technology.
In this article, we will make clear how to use NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra starting from the activating of the chip and use it to make payments as an example.
Does ZTE Axon 40 Ultra have NFC technology?
Yes, NFC feature is available on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and you can activate it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra? – Activate NFC
NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra should be activated manually from settings or the main screen as explained in the following steps:
– Go to the settings.
– Tap on connection and sharing.
– Scroll up.
– You will find NFC switch, turn it on to activate the feature.
Also, you can activate NFC from the home screen:
– Swipe down from the top.
– press on the NFC icon and it will be turned on.
Now follow the next paragraphs to learn how to use NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
You can enable NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra from the main screen by swiping down from the top then tapping on the NFC icon and it will be enabled. Also, you can enable 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 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to download NFC tag writer app on your phone such as-NFC TagWriter by NXP.
All what you need to do to scan is to hold your phone close to the tag and if you want to know how to install and use NFC writing apps, continue reading the article and you will learn everything about writing and scanning NFC tags.
How to share files by using NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
To share files from ZTE Axon 40 Ultra to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After downloading the app in both, ZTE Axon 40 Ultra and the other device, click 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 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, 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.
– Tap on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in ZTE Axon 40 Ultra on the other device, then choose while using the app. In ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Does ZTE Axon 40 Ultra have apps for NFC?
To write NFC tags for task automation on your ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, 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 make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To make payments with NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, you need to activate tap & pay feature from settings, all settings, and tap to pay. Also, you need to Install Google pay and put your card details. Whenever you need to pay, open the app and hold your phone close to the other device and tap to see the notification on the display.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
Firstly, you need to enable NFC on your ZTE Axon 40 Ultra. 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 write NFC tags using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
Follow the explaining below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Select new data set.
Press on link (You can choose anything from the list).
– Insert the link type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
Now click on write, then hold your phone near the tag to scan it till the confirmation appear on the screen.
What is the memory I need to write an NFC tag?
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 need at least 83 Bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
Using NFC on ZTE Axon 40 Ultra requires you to be familiar with ZTE Axon 40 Ultra 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.