How to use NFC Tools
"NFC Tools" is an iOS / Android app that allows you to work with NFC (Near Field Communication) tags to program and interact with them.
You can use NFC Tools to read, write, and configure NFC tags for various purposes, such as launching apps, opening URLs, setting up automation tasks, and more.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use NFC Tools:
Get Started
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1. Install NFC Tools:
- Open the Google Play Store (or AppStore) on your mobile device.
- Search for "NFC Tools" and install the app
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2. Launch NFC Tools:
- Open the NFC Tools app
3. Explore the Interface:
- When you launch the app, you'll see various tabs and options.
4. Read NFC Tags:
- To read an NFC tag, tap the "Read" tab in the app.
5. Write NFC Tags:
- To program an NFC tag and add your personal contact details, tap the "Write" tab.
- Tap the "Add a record" button to select the type of data you want to write to the tag. This could be a URL, text, contact information, or more.
6. Configure Actions:
- You can choose different actions associated with the NFC tag, such as opening a URL, launching an app, sending a text message, or changing device settings.
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7. Save and Write:
- Once you've configured the action, tap "Add" or "Save" to create the record.
- Tap "Write" to start writing the data to the NFC tag.
8. Test the NFC Tag:
- After writing the data, tap the NFC tag with your device to trigger the programmed action.
9. Additional Features:
- NFC Tools offers other tabs and features, such as "Copy to NFC" (to duplicate existing NFC tags), "Tasks" (for automation), and "Records" (to manage your created records).
10. Explore and Experiment:
- Experiment with different types of data and actions to see how NFC tags can be used.
Remember that the specific steps and features might vary slightly based on app updates and your mobile device.
NFC Tools provides a user-friendly interface to make programming NFC tags accessible to a wide range of users.