Errors when installing applications are a common occurrence among Android users. Therefore, in this article we have collected common problems and solutions.

No installation permissions

When installing applications from unknown sources, before starting the installation or during the installation process, you need permission to install the program.

Solution

1. Open system settings.
2. Next, select the section – security.
3. Check the box next to Allow installation of applications from unknown sources.

In Android 7 and 8, you also need to confirm the application through which the program was downloaded. And in Android 9, individually activate installation from unknown sources for the program that downloaded the application being installed, for example a browser or cloud storage client.

Incorrect application build

If the developer made a mistake when assembling the program or did not activate additional functions, then during the installation process a message will appear stating that the application cannot be installed.

Solution

Download the program from another source. Ask the author, if possible, to rebuild the package.

The application is not supported by the system version

One of the important requirements during the application installation process is the operating system version. If the developer has implemented support only for Android 6, then the program will be installed on subsequent versions - 7, 8, 9. However, the application will not be installed on earlier versions - 5.1, 5.0, 4.4, etc.

Solution

1. If the application does not install from Google Play, try downloading the program from another source. Sometimes developers exaggerate the requirements for installing applications.
2. Update your operating system version.
3. Ask the developer to include your system version in the list of supported versions. If the program is free, ask for a build that supports your OS version.

The existing program is interfering

Often an installation error occurs when trying to install on an existing application. Moreover, this happens both when downloading applications from Google Play and when installing them from unknown sources.

Solution

1. Remove the installed application and perform a clean installation.
2. Clean residual files of a deleted application.

Issues related to Google Play or Google services

Are you getting an error when installing apps from Google Play? There may be problems with Google services or the app store itself.

Solution

1. Open the system settings section, then the application item. Find Google programs and services. Clear cache and data. If that doesn't help, reinstall or update the services.

Low memory

Often applications are not installed due to lack of disk space. In particular, when 500-1000 MB are free, and the downloaded application takes up, for example, 200 MB.

Solution

1. Remove the necessary applications, clear the cache.
2. Transfer files from internal memory to external drive.

System failure

Sometimes application installation is prevented by various software and system glitches.

Solution

1. Reboot your system.
2. Check your phone for viruses.
3. If necessary, perform a factory reset and reconfigure the system.

Conclusion

Usually, a problem with installing applications on Android is caused by 1-2 problems. But sometimes the installation fails due to a number of problems. Therefore, to resume normal installation of applications, you need to solve all the existing problems one by one, as shown in the article.

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To fully use a gadget with Android OS, you need to install various applications on it that will help you comfortably watch videos, process photos, communicate on social networks, etc.

Usually everything goes fine, but sometimes it is impossible to install a game or application. Why is this happening?

Most common cause: random failure

Any equipment is not insured against accidental failure. If the installation failure occurs for the first time, it is most likely an accidental malfunction. Just turn off your phone (tablet) and then turn it on again, i.e. reboot the device.

But if this doesn't solve the problem, try the next step. Restarting devices to "fix problems" is always a bad option - that's my personal opinion. I don't like this solution because it prevents detection in some way real reason Problems.

Please uninstall the application completely

Click to enlarge. Then tap Storage. On the next screen, tap Saved data and confirm your selection. This may remove some application passwords and browser user data. One possible solution is to completely uninstall the application involved in the error and it is trying to update. Then try installing it again.

As a rule, this is enough so that the next time you start the installation everything goes fine.

Low memory

Loading applications on Android devices always occurs only in, and not on, the memory card. After installation, some of them can be copied to the card, but not all. If your device's internal memory is full, or the app you're downloading takes up a lot of memory, you'll need to make room for it to install.

To do this, go to the device settings menu and select Application Manager. If this doesn't resolve it, scroll down to Clear Data on the same screen. If the problem is still not resolved, use the Stop and remove updates options. The video below explains how to fix the problem by deleting the app cache and data. To resolve the issue, follow the instructions below. You must select site-specific settings or limit adult content.

• Select General.
• Select Restrictions.
• You must enter the password you created when restrictions were enabled.
• Under Allowed Content, select Sites.
• Select Disable Restrictions.
• Enter your password again to disable restrictions.
• A black screen will open and then close, indicating that the download has begun.
• Go to the Applications menu.
• Select Downloads.
• Select Install.

After each attempt, make sure the problem is fixed.

1. Check whether your tablet or smartphone has free memory.
2. View the list of installed applications, remove those that you no longer use.
3. Transfer files for which Android allows this action to the memory card. Usually these are photographs, video and audio files, texts, etc.
4. Run a program to clean up memory from garbage - temporary files left behind after running applications. If cleaning has not been carried out for a long time, then a fairly large amount of memory may be freed up after it.

After completing all these operations, try downloading the application you need again. If there is a lot of free space, then it should install without problems.

Restart and update

Removing all data from the application may solve some problems. Attention: All data saved in the application will be deleted. Clear all data from the application. All you need is an internet connection, follow our textbooks and enjoy services or applications that do not work in Brazil or are blocked for some other unclear reason.

Incorrect Windows bit depth

Once accessed, you are faced with a notification that the item is not available in your country. Many users will give up in disappointment. Others will change the system language, trying to access the service without success before giving up. But you can work around this.

Unlicensed or incorrect application

Check the source from where you want to install the application. Many gadgets today are used with the installation of antivirus programs and other security systems. If the application being installed turns out to be incompatible with the Android OS or contains viruses, it will not be installed. The Android OS developer recommends using only applications from the Play Market for installation, since he can guarantee their safe and correct operation.

It is widely used by companies to connect employees with the parent company or subsidiaries. This method provides security by encrypting the communication established between these two points and bypasses any messages other than the addresses used to establish the connection.

However, its use is only for the address and does not allow at all if you do not have a server to connect to. And you need some basic knowledge to set it up. This is very good for all types of users. This will be discussed further throughout this tutorial. Once installed, open the app and register to be able to use it. This is required for credentials.

If you still want to install an application from another source, go to your security settings and allow the installation of third-party software. It is possible that in this case it will be downloaded to the memory of your Android device as a file, and then you will have to launch it using a special installer. But in this case, no one can guarantee that it will work correctly on your device and will not conflict with other applications.

To leave the device with the right way lock, go to your device settings and find the “Security” item. By selecting the option, at the top you select the item that will be used to unlock. After accessing the option, you must either disable the feature or uncheck all selected checkboxes.

Everything is very simple, there are no secrets. This part is almost complete and we are near the end of this tutorial. To do this, look in the settings, the “Language and input” or “Language and keyboard” option. The system will change rapidly, and everything from now on will be English language. When you open the app, you'll see a friendly bear waiting and two round buttons at the top of the app. But you need to select the country you would like to be in, even if this is practically the case, and this is done on the second button.

Reset

In the case when all of the above did not help, or if, after various attempts to change the settings, Android almost stopped working altogether, the last resort remains - resetting the settings to the original ones. Before performing a factory reset, remove the memory card and try to save a list of your contacts and other important information on your desktop computer.

The application will begin attempting to establish a connection. Wait until the connection prompt appears in the notification bar and the icon for the key indicating that the connection was successful. In any case, only use it to download applications.

Application not installed ANDROID

It's okay to "look" somewhere else. This is also due to the language change that was done in the previous steps. Accept the terms as shown in the picture. If you are reading this tutorial on your device, just click here. In some cases, some devices may have slightly different behavior. But usually the system offers two options.

Remember that after resetting the settings, all personal information will be deleted from the device memory. But after the phone’s memory is cleared in a radical way, you will most likely be able to install the application you need there without any problems.

As you know, mobile device users often encounter problems when installing one or another application/game. It would seem, what could be simpler? But in practice, standard installation of the necessary content can often result in hours of agony. It’s worth noting right away that problems, as well as methods for solving them, depend on where the content was taken. Let's look at the main options.

At this point, simply download the application, which will no longer contain the message shown at the beginning of the tutorial. Please note that even the “Translate” button is not displayed. You can now enjoy a service and application that is limited in some regions and blocked in Brazil. You can perform these procedures whenever you need them. However, following the order of this tutorial.

First, disable location. If you do not use a password or pattern to unlock, activate it. However, it is available for download and installation through alternative methods. Before you try to install anything, you need to configure your device settings to free up the installation of apps from "unknown sources".

Google Play and Error 406

Sometimes a situation happens that a user wants to download content that is interesting to him from the official Google store, but instead of the required result he receives a 406 error. What to do? Go to the "Settings" section, then "Applications" and select the "All" tab. For items " Google Services Framework", "Google Play Market" and "Google Play Services" - run the following actions: Uninstall updates, clear cache, etc. If everything is done, then go to Settings\Accounts\Google. Here we are interested in the “Setting up account synchronization” item. Uncheck all the boxes and reboot the device. After the reboot, put all the checkboxes back (an error may pop up, but you shouldn’t pay attention to it). Reboot the device again. Ready!

Blocking by security programs

Step 2 - Download the application. This part is no different from what is done on desktops and requires the same care. Just go to the website you want and download it. At this stage, it is always interesting to observe the permissions that the application requires to operate and click “Install”. If you find them offensive, it is recommended that you do not install the application.

You may have already tried to download the application yourself without getting success in the operation. But have you ever wondered why? This happens when some developers impose restrictions on installing applications on certain smartphones.

The apk file won't install

There may be several problems here. First, make sure you have Root rights. Without them, installing apk files turns into a real pain. Secondly, if during installation you see a message that the format is not supported, then try using the "ROM Manager" application. Select the "Correct access rights" function and try again. Thirdly, make sure that in the Settings/Application Manager/Application Installation section there is a checkmark next to the “Allow installation of applications from other sources” item. However, from now on you must be completely confident in the sites from which the necessary content will be taken. And finally, fourthly, if nothing helps, then probably the reason may be in the firmware of the device itself. This is especially true for devices with unofficial firmware. In this case, it is recommended to contact a specialist.

But rest assured, there is a way to reverse this situation and we will pass on some tips. What you are going to do is cheat and there is still a possibility that the application is not working properly. With these considerations in mind, it's time to get started.

Even when there is a high probability of failure, applications can run smoothly. As a rule, a minimum version of the operating system is required for it to work without complications. This is because some programs, especially games, require best processor, larger screen, among other tweaks.

If these tips did not help you and the application/game still does not install, then try asking a question in the comments to the appropriate topic.

If you have already acquired such a miracle of modern electronics as a tablet PC or, speaking in in native language, tablet, then you probably noticed that, by default, it has some programs installed that you will need to work. But this, as they say, is the necessary minimum. And how many different interesting games and applications are just waiting for you to install them and start using them!

But you've never worked with operating system Android and don’t know what programs to install on your tablet? Well, it doesn't matter. Now we will fill this gap. The easiest way to find and install apps for your tablet is through the client. Android Market, which should be included in the list of programs pre-installed on it. There is only one condition here. Whether via modem, Wi-Fi, or high-speed cable connection, your tablet must be able to access the Internet.

First of all, register with Google, create there Mailbox, and you will have your own account. Then you will be able to use all Google services under your own “nickname” (nickname, nickname).

Why do you need to register with Google? Yes, because this company today owns the rights to the Android OS, and one of its services, the Android Market, is an application store for tablet PCs with this operating system. But here - not only paid programs. Quite a lot of interesting free (Free) and trial (light) versions can also be installed on your tablet from the Android Market.

So, if you have access to the Internet, then you will probably understand how to download programs to your tablet right now. After all, this is a matter of a few minutes.

Installing programs on an Android tablet

How to install a program from Android Market

1. First of all, you need to add the newly created Google account to the list of your accounts on your tablet.
2. Next, go to the Android Market and carefully study what the developers offer for your tablet. There are a lot of applications. You can test them by downloading trial versions and then buy them. Can you install free programs. It's up to you.
3. When you make your choice, click on the icon of the application you like and go to the page with its description. Please review the information provided.
4. In the top corner of the page, on the right, you will see a button blue color labeled "Download". Click on it, and the application will be installed on your tablet automatically. You will be surprised: “Is that all?” Oddly enough, but that’s all.

• It's really very simple.
• On the Android Market you are less likely to catch some kind of malware on your tablet than on third-party sites.
• Programs installed from Android Market will be updated automatically.

But what if you can’t access the Internet from your tablet? What to do in this case? How to install the program on a tablet?

Of course, you can always find a way out. Alternatively, use the method below.

How to install a program from a memory card

1. The first thing you need to do is go to Settings, Application Settings and check the box next to Unknown Sources.
2. On another device, go online, find the program you need, download the file with the .apk extension and move it to the tablet’s memory card in any way convenient for you.
3. Find this file in the tablet’s file manager and click on it. The application will install automatically. If a warning window appears that the tablet will become more vulnerable after installing this application, agree with this. As you can see, it’s also nothing complicated.

If you have a USB cable, you can use another installation method.

How to install the program using a PC

1. Search the Internet and download the InstallAPK program.
2. Install it on your PC.
3. Connect your tablet to your PC via a USB cable.
4. Download the tablet application you need. As you probably already remember, it should have the .apk extension.
5. Double-click on the file you downloaded. If the defaults are set correctly, the computer will understand what to do next. Or you will need to launch the InstallAPK program through the “Open with” menu. In any case, the application will be installed on your tablet.

As you can see, all three methods of installing applications on an Android tablet are surprisingly simple. So, as a “user” (user), you certainly have nothing to complain about. Choose any one, install whatever you like, and enjoy it to your health!

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Unlike iOS and other closed systems, Android developers have provided the ability to install various applications independently, without the participation of Google Play Store and other content stores. Having an .apk file in your hands, you can install a paid application yourself, without paying a penny for it.

"Why resort to self-installation using .apk files?"- you ask, and then that not all applications are presented in the Google Play Store and, moreover, most of them are paid and cost money. All applications for Android have .apk extensions - in fact, this is a kind of archive, the contents of which can be viewed by anyone archivist.

Where to begin?

The first action you need to perform is to allow the installation of applications from unknown sources, go to Settings -> Applications and put a tick next to the item Unknown Sources and click OK.

1. Installing applications using a file manager

After this simple step, you can copy the .apk file to the SD card of your phone. Next, to install the application, you can use any file manager that recognizes and understands apk files. ASTRO File Manager or ES File Explorer are suitable for these purposes.

Launch the file manager, find the apk file, tap on it and install the application using the standard Android installer.

2. Install applications using the application manager

In addition, to simplify the procedure for installing applications for Android, there are special programs - application managers. One such program is SlideME Mobentoo App Installer.

This popular application manager for Android will automatically scan your smartphone's SD card for the presence of apk files and help you quickly, in one click, install the required application. Isn't it convenient?

3. Installing applications using a computer and USB

However, the most convenient way to install Android applications is by connecting your smartphone to your computer via a USB cable. To do this, you will need the InstallAPK program and USB drivers. Install it on your computer, don’t forget about the drivers, connect your smartphone via USB cable and double-click on the apk file.

InstallAPK will independently identify the apk file and start installing the application on your Android phone. You will only need to agree to install the application and click the "Install" button.

4. Other ways to install Android applications

If you do not want to install any additional programs, then you can install the application from apk files the old-fashioned way. Launch a standard Android browser and enter the following link in the browser's address bar and the installation will start automatically:

content://com.android.htmlfileprovider/sdcard/FileName.apk

This method is not very convenient and is suitable for those who rarely install programs for Android.

Conclusion

In this article, we tried to describe all the methods known to us for installing an Android application from apk files. If you know other ways to install programs, write to us about them in the comments and we will definitely include these methods in this article. Stay with us.

If you purchased a tablet, know that the device usually already has programs installed that will help you with your work. But, usually, they are not enough to fully use the device. Therefore, if you have not yet encountered the Android OS, you may have some questions, in particular, how to install the application on your tablet. Let's take a closer look at the program installation process.

There are several ways to install programs:

• Installation using the official Google store Play Store.
• Installation from the device's memory card.
• Installation using a personal computer.

Applications for tablet PCs are easier and more convenient to find on the Play Store. This service must be pre-installed on your device. For full operation you need access to worldwide network, via modem or Wi-Fi.

First of all, you need to register with Google and create a mailbox (gmail.com). At the end of this procedure, a personal account will appear. Only after this, you can log in using your username and password and enjoy all the benefits of this service. Fortunately, the Play Store is on every Android device, and the tablet in this case is no exception.

Why do you need to register with Google? It is this company that owns the rights to the Android OS, and accordingly useful service Google Play. The initial page already provides a lot of information, allowing you to get your bearings and start looking for what you need. In the store you can find not only paid, but also free apps(Free), as well as trial versions (Light).

Downloading programs from the Android Market is simple and, most importantly, reliable, because there is a chance of catching malicious virus minimal. Moreover, applications will be updated automatically.

If it is not possible to download applications from your tablet using an Internet connection, use another method.

Remember that all applications downloaded from the Internet do not undergo anti-virus scanning, so some files may harm the device. For this it is better to check new program, for virus content.

If you have a USB cable, you can use another method of installing programs.

1. Connect the cable to the device and to the computer.
2. Wait a moment until the PC detects the device.
3. On the tablet, select the “USB connection” pop-up message.
4. On your computer, select “Connect device”.
5. You need to find the InstallAPK program on the Internet and download it.
6. The next step is to install this program on your PC.
7. Find and download the application you are interested in for your Android device. Don't forget about the extension, .arch format only.
8. To install the application on your device, click the mouse twice. The computer should recognize your request. If unsuccessful, run InstallAPK by selecting “Open with” from the menu. Now all that remains is to wait for the application to appear on the gadget.

Before installing an application on your tablet from third-party sources, you need to be sure of their reliability. For example, a good and proven resource where you can find a large number of programs is the site 4pda.ru

These three methods are simple and convenient, even for an inexperienced user.

What should I install?

Most likely you will ask yourself the question: “What applications should I install on my tablet?” Next, I will provide a list of programs that will help you make your device more functional. This is only a recommendation; you have the right to decide for yourself which programs to install.

• "ES conductor". Simple and necessary thing, which will allow you to navigate your device, view and edit everything that is on the memory card.
• "MX Player". Perhaps the best application for watching videos. You can watch movies online and those on your memory card. Focused on touch devices - by swiping your finger in some parts of the display you can adjust the brightness and sound.
• "Dolphin Browser". Of course, the pre-installed Google Chrome browser is good, but it is not without its shortcomings. “Dolphin” can be adapted to suit you, find the necessary sites by drawing symbols and simply work very quickly, because it works better with many sites than Google’s browser.
• Moon Reader. An excellent reader for all book lovers. Simple and convenient, it works with all formats. Its developers made sure that the program issues a warning if you read a lot. There is also support for online libraries. Reading your favorite books is not a problem.
• "Skype". An indispensable thing for a tablet, which, by the way, does not have a rear camera. Why? Precisely because it is designed to work with Skype and similar applications. Versions of Skype for Android are not pleasing to many users, but many bugs have already been fixed.
• PlayerPro. One of best apps to play music. Easy to use and with wide functionality.
• "PocketHeroes" Why not play? This game is dynamic, interesting, and not very difficult at many stages. However, this is even a plus. It will last for a week or two.
• "In contact with". Most Popular social network right on your tablet. The app has seen bad days, but the developers quickly fixed a lot of bugs. Now you can communicate, listen to music and watch videos without any problems.
• Monefy. A simple and visual application that will give the user the opportunity to quickly record their expenses and income, and create plans for the near future, taking into account finances.
• "Clean Master" Convenient and multifunctional item. It will delve a little into the tablet interface, making managing various functions much easier. With it you can not only quickly “get” to the calculator, adjust the brightness or turn on/off many functions, but also clean the memory card and RAM from unnecessary data.

Why won't my tablet install apps?

Usually, there are no problems installing applications. Sometimes it happens that when installing through the Play Store, the download is “frozen” by 90%, or further installation ends in an error. Why doesn't the tablet install applications and how to fix it?

In this case, it makes sense to do this:

1. Check availability free memory on the device. If it is not enough, then remove it unnecessary files or move to SD card. For normal operation of the device, a memory of at least 50 MB is required.
2. Restart your tablet and try the installation again.
3. Work with Google Play: clear the cache and update applications. If programs do not update automatically, even though this process is checked, you should do it manually.
4. Install special program, which will prompt for storage location before installing any file. It is also useful in that it will rid your device of all garbage. In addition, it is suitable for those devices that do not have large reserves of internal memory. Such programs are InstallManager and MagicUneracer.

If these troubleshooting methods do not help, then try the following:

• Go to the market, carefully look to see if there are updates for applications. To do this, you need to select the “My Applications” tab, which is located in the settings. If there are not many people gathered installed applications, put them in the update queue or delete some of them. Install the most important ones again.
• Open “Settings”, go to “Memory”, there select your preferred installation location “ inner memory devices." If the problem persists and the program still does not install, try removing the memory card from the device and continue the installation again. Before removing the card, check your tablet for free memory. It should be enough to install this application.

There are often problems with Android devices, just like with others. Usually simple manipulations with the memory card help solve half of them. The other half often remains with the gadget settings or the application itself. Resetting to factory settings (in settings – “Backup and reset”) can also help, but this is a generally accepted last resort measure. The points listed above will surely prove useful.

As a result, the tablet can be made a powerful tool for performing various tasks: surfing the Internet, editing text files, viewing the most different materials, and, of course, entertainment. The choice is always yours.