You want to turn it on quickly NFC directly from the notification panel, but don’t find the corresponding button? This problem is familiar to many owners of smartphones on Android, especially after updating the firmware or resetting the settings. The fact is that manufacturers often hide rarely used switches in the depths of the menu, and the function NFC (Near Field Communication) is not always available in the standard set of quick settings.

In this article we will analyze all the possible ways to add NFC in the Android curtain - from standard methods to using third-party applications and hidden functions of the engineering menu. You will learn why the button may be missing on your device, how to get it back without root access, and what to do if none of the methods work. We will also dwell in detail on the nuances for different versions Android (from 10 to 14) and popular brands - Samsung, Xiaomi, Google Pixel and others.

Why is there no NFC button in the Android curtain?

Before you try to add NFC to the quick settings panel, it is important to understand why it may not be there. There are several reasons, and they depend on both the smartphone model and the firmware version:

  • 📱 The manufacturer has hidden the option. Some brands (for example, Xiaomi or Realme) do not add NFC to the curtain by default, considering this function to be secondary. Instead, you have to look for it in the settings.
  • 🔄 The firmware update reset the settings. After a major update (for example, from Android 12 to Android 13), the quick settings panel may be reset to factory settings.
  • 🛠️ No hardware support. If your smartphone is not equipped with a chip NFC (for example, budget models Redmi or Tecno), then there will be no button in the curtain.
  • 🔒 Corporate firmware restrictions. On some devices with proprietary shells (for example, EMUI from Huawei), access to settings NFC may be blocked.

To check whether your smartphone supports NFC on hardware, go to Settings → Connected devices → Connection status (the path may differ depending on the shell). If the item NFC is not there, most likely the chip is physically missing.

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Yes, but there is no button in the curtain
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Method 1: Adding NFC by editing the quick settings panel

The easiest method is to manually add a button NFC to the curtain. This method works on most smartphones with clean Android (for example, Google Pixel, Motorola) and some shells (One UI, MIUI). Instructions:

  1. Expand the notification panel by swiping your finger down from the top edge of the screen.
  2. Click on the icon ⚙️ (gear) or ✏️ (pencil) - usually it is located in the lower right corner.
  3. In the list of available tiles, find NFC (can be called Contactless payment or Near Field Communication).
  4. Hold the button NFC and drag it to the active area (usually in the upper part screen).
  5. Click Done or Save.

If there is no button in the list NFC, this does not mean that it cannot be added in other ways. section.

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Method 2: Using the application QuickStar (for devices with root)

If the standard method did not work, and you have root access, you can use the application QuickStar from the developer TeslaCoil Software. It allows you to customize the quick settings panel by adding any switches to it, including NFC.

Instructions:

  1. Download QuickStar from Google Play (required Android 7.0+).
  2. Open the application and provide root access.
  3. Go to section Tiles (Tiles) and find NFC.
  4. Activate the switch and customize the appearance of the button (if necessary).
  5. Restart the device.

Important: QuickStar may conflict with some shells (for example, MIUI or ColorOSIf after installation). the curtain has stopped working correctly, uninstall the application and try alternative methods.

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If you do not have root access, but have an unlocked bootloader, try flashing the module Xposed Framework with the module Custom Quick Settings. This is less secure, but gives more options. for customization.

Method 3: Activating the hidden option via ADB (without root)

For advanced users, there is a method for enabling hidden tiles via ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This does not require root access, but you need to connect the smartphone to the computer and run a few commands.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Enable USB Debugging in the developer settings (Settings → About phone → Build number - press 7 times, then return to System → For developers).
  2. Connect your smartphone to the PC and open the command line (or Terminal on Mac/Linux).
  3. Enter the command to check the current tiles: 
    adb shell settings get secure sysui_qs_tiles

    You will see a list of active tiles in the format tile1,tile2,tile3.

  4. Add NFC to the list (use the identifier nfc) and apply the changes: 
    adb shell settings put secure sysui_qs_tiles "original_tiles,nfc"

    Replace original_tiles to the current list from step 3.

  5. Reboot the device.

On some firmware (for example, OxygenOS from OnePlus), the NFC tile ID may be different: nfc_tile, quick_settings_nfc or com.android.settings.nfc.

What to do if ADB does not recognize the device?

Make sure that the drivers for your smartphone model are installed. On Windows, you can download them from the manufacturer's website (for example, Samsung USB Drivers or Xiaomi Mi PC SuiteAlso check that in the debugging settings). mode selected File transfer (MTP).

Method 4: Alternative applications for controlling NFC

If none of the above methods worked, you can use third-party utilities that add a virtual button NFC to the curtain or to the main screen. Here are the top 3 tested applications:

Application Features Requires root? Link
NFC Tools Allows you to create a widget for quickly turning on/off NFC. read/write tags. No Google Play
Power Toggles Adds customizable switches to the curtain, including NFC. Works on most firmware. No (but some functions require root) Google Play
Quick Settings Allows you to add any tiles, including NFC, without root. Supports Android 5.0+. No Google Play

When using third-party applications, keep in mind that they may require additional permissions (for example, access to Settings or Special featuresAlso, some utilities may conflict with system services, so after installation, check the stability of the smartphone.

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Applications like NFC Tools not only add a button to the curtain, but also expand the functionality of contactless communication - for example, they allow you to emulate cards or automate actions when scanning tags.

Problem solving: what to do if NFC is not added?

If none of the methods helped, here is a list of possible causes and solutions:

  • 🔧 Firmware with restrictions. On some devices (for example, Huawei c EMUI or corporate smartphones) access to settings NFC is blocked. Solution: try flashing custom software (for example, LineageOS).
  • 📵 Conflict with other modules. If you use Xposed or Magisk, disable all modules and check the operation NFC again.
  • 🔄 Reset settingsSometimes resetting the quick settings panel to factory settings helps. To do this, go to Settings → Applications → Three dots → Reset settings.
  • 🛠️ Hardware failure. If NFC does not work even in the settings, the chip or antenna may be damaged. In this case, only repair will help.
⚠️ Attention: On devices with Android 14+ Google has tightened its security policy and some methods. (for example, ADB commands) may not work. If your smartphone has been updated recently, check for new restrictions in the official documentation.

Manufacturers often modify Android to suit their needs, therefore, the process of adding NFC may differ. Let's consider the nuances for popular brands:

Samsung (One UI)

On smartphones Samsung (for example, Galaxy S23 or Galaxy A54) button NFC by default hidden. To add it:

  1. Expand the curtain and click ✏️ (Edit).
  2. Scroll down the list and find NFC and payment.
  3. Drag it to the active one area.

If the button is not in the list, update the firmware via Settings → Software update.

Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO (MIUI)

In MIUI the path is more confusing:

  1. Open Settings → Connections and sharing → NFC.
  2. Activate the slider NFC.
  3. Go back to the curtain, click ✏️ and find NFC in the list.

Important: On some models (for example, Redmi Note 10), the button appears only after the first turn on NFC in the settings.

Google Pixel (Stock Android)

On Pixel button NFC usually available by default. If it is not:

  1. Check whether the function is enabled in Settings → Connected devices → Connection status → NFC.
  2. If the button is not displayed, try resetting the curtain settings via Settings → Applications → Three dots → Reset settings.

Huawei/Honor (EMUI/Magic UI)

On devices Huawei with EMUI button NFC may be missing due to regional restrictions Solution:

  • Install the application Quick Shortcut Maker and find the action com.android.settings.NfcSettings.
  • Create a shortcut to the home screen.
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On Huawei i Honor after updating to EMUI 13+ The NFC button may disappear. In this case, only rolling back the firmware or using third-party launchers like Nova Launcher.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about NFC in the Android curtain

My smartphone supports NFC, but there is no button in the curtain. What should I do?

First. check if the function is enabled in the settings (Settings → Connected devices → NFC). If yes, but there is still no button, try:

  • Add it manually by editing the curtain.
  • Use ADB command (section 3 of this article).
  • Install a third-party application (section 4).

If all else fails, your firmware may not support this option.

Is it possible to add NFC to the curtain without root?

Yes, in In most cases, root is not required. You can:

  • Use standard editing of the quick settings panel.
  • Apply ADB commands (without root).
  • Install applications like Power Toggles or Quick Settings.

Root will only be needed for deep customization (for example, through QuickStar).

After updating Android, the NFC button disappeared. How to return?

A firmware update could reset the curtain settings. Try:

  1. Return the button through editing (✏️ in the curtain).
  2. Reset quick settings panel settings (Settings → Applications → Three dots → Reset settings).
  3. Use ADB to force tile addition.

If the problem persists, check if the manufacturer has removed support NFC in the new firmware version.

On my Xiaomi there is no NFC in the curtain, although there is a chip. What's the matter?

The MIUI button NFC sometimes is not displayed, even if there is a chip. Solutions:

  • Enable NFC in the settings (Settings → Connections and sharing → NFC).
  • Update the firmware to the latest version.
  • Install an alternative launcher (for example Nova Launcher) and add a widget NFC.

If all else fails, try flashing EU version of MIUI (it is usually more functional).

Is it possible to emulate NFC, if it is not in the smartphone?

No, it is impossible to emulate a hardware chip NFC programmatically. However, you can:

  • Use Bluetooth LE or Wi-Fi Direct for contactless payments (for example, via Google Pay with support UWB).
  • Buy an external NFC adapter (connected via USB-C or audio jack).

But for full operation (for example, with bank cards) hardware support will be required.