3. Tap the Connection preferences option. 4. Now, go to the NFC settings page. 5. Enable the Use NFC option. If the option is already enabled, disable and re-enable it to make sure there are no bugs preventing NFC from working properly. 2. Remove the XIAOMI REDMI NOTE 11S case if it is thick or metallic. After activating the module, you need to configure NFC on Xiaomi Redmi 8 by installing a program for making contactless payments. It can be Google Pay or your bank's app. Let's look at the process of setting up payment with Google Pay: Start the application. Click Get Started. Tap on Add a Payment Method. Select Credit or Debit Card. s2Kmw.