Google Play Store: A v2024 guide for beginners. Google Play?
0This vid briefly introduce Google Play Store.
i. Here are the steps to install and update apps from Google Play:
To install a new app:
1. Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
2. Tap the search bar on top and search for the app you want or browse apps by categories.
3. Tap on the app when you find it. Tap "Install" on the app's page.
4. Tap "Accept" to agree to the app's access permissions. The app will start downloading.
5. When finished, the "Open" button will appear. Tap it to launch the newly installed app.
To update an already installed app:
1. Open Google Play Store app and tap the 3 lines menu icon on top left.
2. Tap "My Apps & Games" to see all your installed apps.
3. Apps with available updates show an "Update" button.
4. Tap "Update" next to the app. The update will queue to download and install.
5. A "Launch" or "Open" button displays when updated. Tap to open the app.
And that's it! The Google Play Store manages all the complexity behind seamless app installs and timely updates in the background.
ii. Here are the steps to add, remove, or redeem Google Play payment methods and gift cards:
Adding a payment method
1. Open the Google Play Store app
2. Tap the profile icon in the top right corner
3. Select Payments & subscriptions - Payment methods
4. Tap Add payment method
5. Choose credit/debit card, PayPal, or other available option
6. Enter your card details or log in to PayPal to add it
Removing a payment method
1. Go to Payment methods under Payments & subscriptions
2. Tap the payment method
3. Tap Remove - Remove to confirm
Redeeming a Google Play gift card
1. From the side menu, tap Redeem
2. Enter your gift card code
3. Tap Redeem
4. The gift card balance is added to your Play account credits
Once added, payment methods may take up to 24 hours to register on your account during which downloads or purchases may be blocked. Removing a payment method means you will have to add it again or use another method for any future payments. Redeemed gift cards add credits to use for purchases on Google Play.
iii. Here are the steps to add, hide, or remove devices from your Google Play account:
To add a device:
1. Turn on the new device and launch the Play Store app.
2. Sign in with your existing Google account or create a new account to link to Play Store.
3. Accept the Terms of Service.
4. The device will automatically be added to Play Store and visible in your account.
To hide a device:
1. Go to the Play Store app - Menu - Settings - Play Store version.
2. Tap on the build number 7 times to enable Developer options.
3. In Developer options, check Hide device.
4. Confirm by selecting "I understand and still want to hide device".
To remove a device:
1. Visit play.google.com on your computer.
2. Click on Settings - Device registration.
3. Find the device and click Remove.
4. Select the reason for removing and confirm.
5. The device license will be revoked from accessing Play Store.
Hiding devices disables updates and install ability but retains already purchased apps. Removing disconnects the device completely. You can always factory reset to wipe data as well. Choose based on whether device is lost, being replaced etc.
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