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 smartphone 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 enabled.
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 ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G.
Does ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G have NFC technology?
Yes, ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G has an NFC technology which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G? – Activation NFC
NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G should be activated manually from settings or the main screen as clarified in the following steps:
– Go to the settings.
– Tap 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 ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G
How to scan the NFC tag on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G?
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone in front of the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to install and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
How to transfer data by using NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G?
To transfer files from ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After downloading the app in both, ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G and the other device, press 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 Blade 20 Pro 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.
– 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 ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G on the other device, then choose while using the app. In ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G
To run NFC on your ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G, you can download third – party apps for tasks automation or install NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes make it easier than ever before to use the fantastic features of your phone.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
To make payments with NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G, 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?
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 a blank or buy a one if you don’t have. Then, follow the next explanation about writing a tag.
How to use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the explanation below:
– Open the app you installed.
– Tap 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.
What is the memory I need to write an 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 be enough. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, meanwhile email messages require at least 83 bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G
Using NFC on ZTE Blade 20 Pro 5G requires you to be familiar with ZTE Blade 20 Pro 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.