The NFC chip is a kind of proximity device. It’s used to establish wireless connection with an external device via radio waves.
NFC feature is basically used for contactless payment systems, as well as for transfering data between mobile devices.
If NFC is operated on your handsets, you can transfer information like links and app shortcuts with other people by tapping the two phones together. In this article, you will know more about NFC in ZTE Axon 7 mini.
Does ZTE Axon 7 mini have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, ZTE Axon 7 mini has an NFC technology which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
Wireless connection not working, how to turn on NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini?
How to turn on NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini? Access your phone’s settings, select more, then activate NFC. The Android beam of sharing data should be activated automatically with NFC, but if it’s not activated, turn it on manually.
How can I scan NFC tags on ZTE Axon 7 mini?
Scanning an NFC tag on ZTE Axon 7 mini, 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.
How to transfer data by using NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini?
To share files from ZTE Axon 7 mini to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After installing the app in both, ZTE Axon 7 mini and the other device, tap 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 ZTE Axon 7 mini, 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 ZTE Axon 7 mini on the other device, then choose while using the app. In ZTE Axon 7 mini, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini
When it comes to NFC tags for task automation on your phone, you need a third-party app. For make 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 make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To make payments with NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini, you need to enable tap & pay feature from settings, all settings, and tap to pay. Also, you need to Install Google pay and insert your card details. Whenever you need to pay, open the app and hold your phone near the other device and tap to see the notification on the display.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– turn on NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini.
– 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 use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
Follow the explaining below to start with how to write an NFC tag:
– Open the app.
– Click on write tags in the top right.
– Choose 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.
How much memory do I need to write NFC tag?
To stor text, you’d need a memory size of 26 bytes (bytes are the same as bits)
For web addresses, 19 bytes should serve. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, on the other hand email messages need at least 83 bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini
Using NFC on ZTE Axon 7 mini requires you to be familiar with ZTE Axon 7 mini 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.