6 Easy Steps to Download an App from Google Play

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Downloading an app from Google Play on your Android phone is easy. Start at Step 1 for a complete step-by-step guide to do it.

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    Use the search bar at the top to find different apps available on the Google Store, including games, music apps, and more.
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    That's it! Now you can go to the menu and launch the downloaded app.
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    Delete some of your apps and music, and move documents and pictures to your computer. PM and texting conversations can also take up a lot of space; consider deleting those you no longer need.
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    Google Play Store comes pre-installed with Android devices, and Chromebooks, so no installing is required.
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    You can only do that on a Chromebook. But in Chromebook, it is pre-installed. You cannot download if you have a Mac or Windows PC, only Chromebook.
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