Did you just buy a new Fire TV and want to make the most of it? Looking to add your favorite apps or explore new ones? Whether you’re new to Fire TV or upgrading your setup, installing apps is an essential part of customizing your experience. In this guide, we will walk you through simple steps to download, rearrange, and sideload apps on Fire TV in detail.
How to Install Apps on Fire TV
Make sure your Fire TV is powered on and connected to the Internet.
1. On the Fire TV Home screen, scroll to the “Find” icon and select it. You can also select the Appstore tile on the home screen.
2. Hit the Search bar and type the app’s name you want to download.
3. Use the on-screen keyboard to type in the name of the app (for example, Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, etc.), and select it from the search results.
4. Once you’ve found the app you want to install, click the app’s icon or name to open its page.
5. On the app’s info page, select the Get button (or Download icon) to begin installing the app. The installation should only take a few moments, depending on your internet speed.
Note: If the app has a price, you will see the price listed, and you can select Buy to purchase it. Follow the on-screen procedures to complete the purchase if necessary.
6. After installation, you can either select Open to start using the app immediately.
You can also install apps via voice commands if you have an Alexa-supported Fire TV remote. Just hit the Voice button on your remote and say something like, “Alexa, install Netflix” or “Alexa, open YouTube.”
Download Apps on Fire TV Via Amazon Website
1. Open a browser on your computer and go to the Amazon website. Then, sign in with the Amazon account credentials.
2. Once logged in, go to the “Search” bar at the top and type in the name of the app you want to download (e.g., Netflix, Hulu, etc.). Click on the app to go to its app info webpage.
3. On the app page, you’ll see an option that says “Deliver to.” Choose your Fire TV device from the drop-down menu. It should list all Fire TV devices (like Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, etc.) linked to your Amazon account.
4. Select Get App to download the apps on Fire TV. Now, the application will be downloaded on your Amazon Fire TV.
Rearrange Apps on Amazon Fire TV
- To rearrange apps on the Home screen, go to Your Apps & Channels, highlight the app you want to move, press the Options button (three-horizontal lines button) on the remote, and select Move. Then, move the application to your desired place.
Can I Sideload Apps on Fire TV?
Yes, you can sideload apps on your Fire TV using the Downloader app, and it is one of the easiest and most popular methods for sideloading. The Downloader application allows you to download APK files online directly to your Fire TV and install the app.
1. From the Fire TV Home screen, go to the Search icon (magnifying glass) and type “Downloader.”
2. Select the Downloader app from the search results. Click Get (or Download icon) to install the app.
3. Go to Settings on your Fire TV. Scroll down and select My Fire TV.
4. Select Developer Options. Then, enable ADB Debugging and turn on the Install Unknown Apps option for Downloader.
Note: After sideloading the app, you should consider turning these settings off again for security reasons.
5. Open the Downloader app. You’ll see a field labeled “Enter a URL or search term.”
6. Type the APK URL of the app you want to download and click Go. Then, select Install on the installation screen to download the app.
FAQ
If an app isn’t showing up in the Amazon Appstore, it may not be available for Fire TV. Check if there’s a Fire TV-compatible version of the app. You can also try searching by category or use voice search to find it.