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Downloading applications
Downloading applications from Google Play
Google Play is the official online Google store for downloading applications,
games, music, movies and books. It includes both free and paid applications.
Before you start downloading from Google Play, make sure that you have a
working internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges. For
more information, see
To use Google Play, you need to have a Google account. Google Play may not be available
in all countries or regions.
To download an application from Google Play
1
Find and tap
.
2
Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the
search function.
3
Tap the item to view its details. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the installation.
Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device
in order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust.
You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the
application under Settings > Apps & notifications > App info.
Downloading applications from other sources
When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play,
you can download applications directly from other websites by following the
relevant download instructions.
Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Download
applications only from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any
questions or concerns.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
allow downloads from sources other than Google Play. Changes made by the owner affect
all other users.
To enable or disable the downloading of applications from other sources
1
Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications.
2
Tap Advanced > Special app access > Install unknown apps
3
Tap the application you want to allow the installing of application from other
sources, then tap the Allow from this source slider to enable or disable.
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