The Near field communication (NFC) feature allows mobile device users to transfer data by touching them together or bringing them into contact with an NFC tag embeded in a poster or advertisement.
Mobile devices detect the tags and load information from the tags when determining what action to take on the content, such as open a URL in a browser, send it as an SMS message or call the number listed on the tag. In this article we will focus on exchanging data and paying with NFC in Oppo Find X5 Lite.
Does Oppo Find X5 Lite have NFC as a wireless technology?
Yes, Oppo Find X5 Lite has an NFC feature which is activated by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Oppo Find X5 Lite?
To activate NFC in Oppo Find X5 Lite, you only need to swipe down from the main screen top, then tap on the NFC icon and it will be enabled.
If you don’t find the NFC icon in the first slide, you will find it in the second or the third one. Continue reading to know how to use NFC on Oppo Find X5 Lite in terms of scanning, writing tags and making payments.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Oppo Find X5 Lite?
Here is a quick guide to use scanning with NFC on Oppo Find X5 Lite. After downloading a writing app like TagWriter by NXP, open it then hold your phone close to the external tag and it will be scanned. In order to learn how to install and use writing apps, follow the next paragraphs.
How can I share data by NFC on Oppo Find X5 Lite?
To send data from Oppo Find X5 Lite, NFC should be enabled as clarified before. Also, you need to activate Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then enable the Android Beam. After activation, follow these steps to accomplish sharing data process:
– Open Gallery or your phone files.
– Choose the file or data you want to share it.
– Tap on share icon.
– Tap on NFC icon.
– After connecting with the other device, choose tap to share.
On many devices, the beam is activated automatically when you turn on the NFC. Also, some devices requires you to tap on the Android Beam icon after you tap to share the file or the photo. So, you need to tap on the icon, then continue the other steps as usually.
For what can I use NFC apps on Oppo Find X5 Lite?
To run NFC on your Oppo Find X5 Lite, you can install third – party apps for tasks automation or install NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes help use the fantastic features of your phone.
How to use Google pay app for contactless payments?
If you have a device with NFC, you can use Google pay to pay. Just follow these steps:
– Download Google pay.
– Open the app.
– Get started.
– Choose set it up.
– Add your card.
– Add your card details.
We recommend that you set the Google pay as your default contactless payment method. To do so, go to settings, then contactless payments or tap and pay, and select the Google pay as a payment default.
Want to pay for your items now?, Simply put your phone by the scanner and you are done.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– Activate NFC on Oppo Find X5 Lite.
– Buy a blank NFC tag.
– Install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
After installing the app open it and continue reading the following paragraph about writing the tag by this app.
How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?
To automate tasks by scanning tags, you need to write commands using a tag and NFC writing app. To write the tag:
– Open the app.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose New Data set.
You will find many options, select the link for example to enter a URL.
– Choose the URL type.
– Enter the domain in the other field.
– Select save and write.
In the next screen you will find all of the options unchecked. Click on write, hold your phone, then move the tag in front of it and the confirmation screen will appear.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
To stor text, you’d need a memory size of 26 bytes (bytes are the same as bits)
For web addresses, 19 bytes should work. SMS messages take up 68 bytes, on the other hand email messages need at least 83 bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Oppo Find X5 Lite?
Using NFC on Oppo Find X5 Lite requires you to be familiar with Oppo Find X5 Lite 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.