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Transfer files using NFC

NFC (Near Field Communication) is a wireless connection which can be used to transfer information to and from your phone. By holding your phone close to an NFC tag or NFC reader you can pay for groceries, connect to web pages or call a phone number and more. Remember, you need to turn on NFC and turn on Bluetooth.

Nokia Lumia 1020
Nokia Lumia 1020
Nokia Lumia 1020
Nokia Lumia 1020
Nokia Lumia 1020
Nokia Lumia 1020
  • 1
    Select option
    • Select one of the following options:
    • Transfer contact, go to 1a.
    • Transfer picture or video clip, go to 1b.
  • 2
    1a - Transfer contact
    • Press People.
    • Press the required contact.
    • Press the dots in the bottom right corner of the display.
    • Press share contact.
    • Press the confirm icon.
  • 3
    1b - Transfer picture or video clip
    • Press Photos.
    • Go to the required folder.
    • Press and hold the required picture or the required video clip.
    • Press share....
  • 4
    Transfer files using NFC
    • Press Tap+Send.
    • Hold the back of your phone close to back of the receiving device.
    • Follow the instructions on the display to finish the transfer.
  • 5
    Return to the home screen
    • Press the Home key to return to the home screen.