Any smart device is no good without apps. This includes your Smart TV. Over the years, the app marketplace for Smart TVs has grown tremendously. Not only can you download every streaming and OTT app under the sun, but you can also enjoy apps related to fitness, gaming, and lifestyle on your large-screen TV. The process for installing apps on your Smart TV is exactly the same as your smartphone. Simply launch the Play Store and browse your way through the sea of apps. But what if your TV does not have the app marketplace? You don’t need to worry, because in this article we show you how to install the Google Play Store on your Smart TV.
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Why can’t I find the Google Play Store on my Smart TV?
So, you just purchased a Smart TV but can’t find the Google Play Store on it? You might want to check the operating system running inside it. It is very rare for an Android TV to not come pre-installed with the Play Store. Some Smart TV and streaming box manufacturers have their own operating systems. For example, Samsung has Tizen OS, LG has WebOS, and Amazon has Fire TV. These operating systems have their own app marketplaces.
Google Play Store is one of the largest app marketplaces, not just for smartphones but for Smart TVs as well. Even though it isn’t pre-installed on non-Android TVs, some devices may still be able to run it, albeit in a limited capacity. This can be done via a process called ‘sideloading’. Read along to learn how you can go about it.
Install Google Play Store on your Smart TV
Step 1: Hit the menu button on your TV remote and go to Settings.
Step 2: Go to Security and Restrictions.
Step 3: Enable Unknown sources for app installation.
Step 4: On your PC, download the APK for the Google Play Store (Smart TV). Make sure you download this APK from a trusted source.
Step 5: Transfer the APK to a USB drive and plug it into your TV.
Step 6: On your TV, switch to the external storage tab.
Step 7: Open the APK file and follow the installation process.
The Google Play Store app will be installed on your Smart TV.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I install the Google Play Store on non-Android TVs?
No, you can install the Google Play Store only on TVs that run Android OS. For example, Samsung Smart TVs that run Tizen OS will not be able to use the Play Store.
Why is my Smart TV not downloading any apps?
If your Smart TV is unable to download any apps, check the WiFi connection and restart the device. Also, make sure that your TV has enough storage to download new apps.
How do I install the Google Play Store on my Android TV?
If you don’t have Google Play Store on your Android TV, you will need to sideload it by downloading an APK and transferring it to your TV using a USB drive.
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Conclusion
This is how you can install the Google Play Store on your Smart TV. Once it has been installed on your device, you can use it to browse and download a diverse range of apps on your TV. If your Smart TV does not run Android OS, we’d suggest getting an Android-enabled set-top box or streaming device.
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