NFC stands for Near Field Communication. It is a short-range, high frequency data share technology that makes use of electromagnetic induction between two devices and can deliver information at a faster rate than bluetooth.
It is usually used with electronic chips in the mobile phone, which store all the required information (such as credit cards numbers, ID cards, etc) with them. The NFC chip in your device can be used to pay for goods or services without needing to use your credit card or cash. All you need to do is scan the NFC tag of your smartphone on an NFC terminal and guarantee that your NFC contactless payment app has been powered.
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 talk more about NFC in Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro.
Does Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro have NFC as a short range technology?
Yes, Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro has an NFC feature which is turned on by a small card inside the phone called a chip.
How to turn on NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro? – Activation NFC
NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro should be turnen on manually from settings or the home screen as explained in the following steps:
– Go to the settings.
– Press 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 home 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 Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro
How can I scan NFC tags on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro?
In order to scan a tag with an NFC scanner on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, it is first necessary to download a tag writer app like NFC TagWriter by NXP.
After you learn how to download and use the NFC writing apps by reading the following paragraghs, you then just need to hold your phone close to the tag and scan it.
How to transfer data by using NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro?
To transfer 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, tap 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.
– 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 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 run NFC on your Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, you can install third – party apps for tasks automatization or download NFC payment apps if you want to make payments.
These changes simplify use the fantastic features of your phone.
How to make contactless payments through the Google pay app?
To use NFC with tap to pay feature on your Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro, follow these steps:
– Go to settings.
– press on share and connect.
– choose tap to pay.
– click 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?
To write NFC tag you need to:
– turn on NFC on Xiaomi Black Shark 4S Pro.
– Buy a blank NFC tag.
– Install Writing app (NXP tagwriter).
After downloading 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 write a tag in order to automate task by scanning it with your phone, follow the clarification below:
– Open the app you download.
– Tap on write tags in the top right.
– Choose 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 close to 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 depends on the kind 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 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.