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 sending data between mobile devices.
If NFC is turned on on your handsets, you can share 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 Xiaomi Black Shark 4S.
Does Xiaomi Black Shark 4S have NFC?
Yes, Xiaomi Black Shark 4S has an NFC feature which is activated by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S? – NFC activation process
Follow these steps to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S:
– Go to settings.
– Choose connection and sharing.
– Scroll up.
– Turn on NFC switch.
You can also go to the main screen, swipe down from the top and activate the NFC icon. Continue reading the next paragraphs about how to use NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S.
How do I scan the NFC tag on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to have 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 using NFC from Xiaomi Black Shark 4S to an Android smartphone?
To send data from Xiaomi Black Shark 4S, NFC should be enabled as clarified before. Also, you need to enaable Android Beam from NFC settings, more or share and connect, then activate the Android Beam. After activation, follow these steps to accomplish transfering 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, select 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.
NFC Apps on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S
To write NFC tags for task automation on your Xiaomi Black Shark 4S, 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 use NFC with tap to pay feature on your Xiaomi Black Shark 4S, follow these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Tap on share and connect.
– choose tap to pay.
– tap on Google pay.
– Add your bank and card details.
Whenever you want to make payment, open the app and tap it to another device. This allows you to pay electronically with your phone.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
In order to automate tasks on your phone, you need to do two things. The first one, installing a writing app. The second one, learning how to write a tag. Now, make sure that you have a blank 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 use NFC apps to write NFC tags?
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the clarification below:
– Open the app you installed.
– Click 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.
I want to write an NFC tag, how much memory do I need?
The memory you need to write an NFC tag is not the same because if you want to write or store a web address, you will need 19 bytes, while you need 68 bytes for SMS. As for Emails, it requires at least 83 bytes.
Everything you need to know to use NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S
Using NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Black Shark 4S 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.