Step 1: Open the Alipay app on your mobile device and click "Pay". Next select the "Transport Code" at the bottom of your screen. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxifabu2013]

Step 2: Follow the prompts and apply for a Taihu electronic traffic card (Chinese: Tai Hu dian zi jiao tong ka). Upon identity verification, a virtual account will be opened and a QR payment code will become available. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxifabu2013]

Step 3: Click the e-card and an active QR code will become available. Upgraded ticket machines will process fare transactions upon recognizing the codes, automatically deducting the correct funds. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxifabu2013]

Tip: Users can also enter "City Service" in Alipay's search field, selecting the listed result for a traffic e-card. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxifabu2013]