NFC is a feature that allows two devices to share data when they are within four inches of each other.
NFC tags are used to store and exchange data with an NFC compatiable device like a smatrtphone.
Some popular use cases of the NFC technology on smartphones include unlocking doors, exchanging contact information, and paying at places like tolls gates. In this article we will focus more on payments and sending files with NFC in Xiaomi 12 Lite.
Does Xiaomi 12 Lite have NFC as a wireless technology?
Yes, you can find NFC technology in Xiaomi 12 Lite, 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 12 Lite?
To enable NFC on Xiaomi 12 Lite, follow these steps:
– Go to settings.
– click on connections.
– Swipe down and enable the switch of NFC.
Now NFC is active in your phone and you can use it or even disable it if you want. To get benefits from NFC, you need to know how to use NFC on Xiaomi 12 Lite in terms of paying, scanning tags and writing tags. So, continue reading as we will clarify more about these topics.
How can I scan NFC tags on Xiaomi 12 Lite?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Xiaomi 12 Lite 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.
Transferring files using NFC on Xiaomi 12 Lite
Download “send anywhere” app in both devices. In the first device, open the app and tap on share option in the top left corner. As for the other device, tap on yes I agree and close the window. Next, in Xiaomi 12 Lite, 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.
– press on the arrow in the bottom left corner.
Now Insert the key you see in Xiaomi 12 Lite on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi 12 Lite , tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on Xiaomi 12 Lite
To use NFC tags for automation on your Xiaomi 12 Lite, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps allow for a lot of features with bit effort and no manual actions required.
How to use Xiaomi 12 Lite NFC payment?
To use NFC for making payments on Xiaomi 12 Lite, 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 automate tasks on your Xiaomi 12 Lite, you need to do two things. The first one, downloading a writing app. The second one, learning how to write a tag. Now, ensure that you have an empy tag or buy a one. As for the app, we recommend NXP tag writer. Now follow the next explanation about how to write the tag.
How to write NFC tags by using NFC apps?
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.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
The memory you need depends on the form 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 want at least 83 Bytes.
What do you need to use NFC on Xiaomi 12 Lite?
Using NFC on Xiaomi 12 Lite requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi 12 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.