The Near field communication (NFC) feature allows mobile device users to send 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 Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro.
Does Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, NFC technology is available on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro and you can enable it from settings.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro? – NFC activation process
It’s so important to learn how to use NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro in terms of paying, exchanging files to save your time, but you need first to enable the feature by go to the settings then connection and sharing. After that, scroll up, and activate the NFC switch. You can also activate the N-mark from the notification centre. Swipe down from the main screen and activate the icon.
How can I scan NFC tags on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro?
You need to use scanning feature of NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro to write NFC tags. So, you are supposed to download NFC tag writer app on your phone such as-NFC TagWriter by NXP.
To scan the tag, simply hold your phone close to the tag and if you want to learn how to install and use NFC writing apps, continue reading the article and you will learn everything about how to write and scan NFC tags.
Transferring data using NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro
To send files from Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro to an Android device, you need to download send anywhere (File Transfer) app. After installing the app in both, Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro and the other device, press 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 Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, 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 Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro on the other device, then choose while using the app. In Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, tap on yes I agree then close the window and tap on the photo or file in both phones.
Apps for NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro
To use NFC tags for automation on your Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, you will need third-party apps and to make payments, you need payment apps. These apps provide a lot of features with bit effort and no manual actions required.
How to use Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro NFC payment?
To use NFC features on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, you need to activate tap to pay by following these steps:
– Go to settings.
– Share and connect.
– Click 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.
Wenever you want to pay, open the app and tap on “Pay” and place the other device close to your phone.
How to install NFC writing apps for android?
In order to automate tasks on your Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, you need to do two things. The first one, installing a writing app. The second one, learning how to write a tag. Now, ensure that you have an empty NFC 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 using the TagWrtier-NXP app?
To write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the clarification 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.
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 Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro
Using NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro requires you to be familiar with Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro 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.