Sharp Smart TVs have pre-installed apps like Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, etc. If you can’t find your favorite apps on your Sharp TV, simply visit the respective app store to download the apps. If the app you intend to download isn’t available on the Sharp TV App Store, you can install the app by sideloading its APK using any APK installers. In this article, we have explained the steps for installing apps on Sharp TVs running Android TV OS, Google TV OS, Roku OS, and Aquos Net+ OS.
FYI! To avoid app incompatibility issues, ensure your Sharp TV is updated to the latest firmware.
Download Apps on Sharp Android TV/Google TV [Play Store]
1. Switch on your Sharp Smart TV and hit the Apps icon on the Sharp TV’s home screen.
2. Run the Google Play Store on your Sharp TV. Find and select the Search icon.
Note: For Sharp Google TVs, just click the Search tab and begin to search for the application.
3. Type in the app’s name and choose it from the search results.
4. Hit the Install button and press OK if you are prompted to review the system permission information.
Once the app on Sharp TV has been downloaded, configure the credentials to log in and continue using it.
Add Apps on Sharp Roku TV [Roku Channel Store]
If you own a Sharp Roku TV, you can use the Roku Channel Store to download apps. Before we begin, ensure your TV is turned on and connected to the internet.
1. On the Sharp Roku TV remote, press the Home button.
2. Tap the Search option, and the Roku Channel Store will open.
Note: Alternatively, you can choose the Streaming Channels option and select Search Channels to get the Roku Channel Store.
3. Find and select the app you want to download.
4. Tap the +Add Channel option and press OK if prompted.
5. Once the app has been added, you can launch the app using the Go to Channel option.
Install Apps on Sharp Aquos TV
The Sharp Aquos TV has the AppsNow Store and VEWD App Store. The procedure for downloading applications from both app stores is mentioned as follows.
Install Apps from the AppsNow Store
If your Sharp Aquos TV comes with the AppsNow store, you can download apps using these steps.
1. Turn on the Sharp TV and connect it to a stable internet.
2. On your Sharp TV remote, press the Apps button to open the Apps screen on your TV.
3. On the screen, choose AppsNow and press OK.
4. AppsNow does not have a search bar. However, you can use the Filter option to view apps according to their categories.
5. Browse the Category and select the app you wish to download.
6. Press OK and wait for the app to install from the Sharp Aquos app store. The checkmark on the upper left corner of the screen indicates a successful installation.
Finally, launch it, sign in to your account credentials, and start streaming.
Note: If necessary, delete the unwanted apps on your Sharp TV to free up storage space.
Add Apps using VEWD App Store
Some Sharp Smart TVs come with a cloud-based app store, VEWD App Store, from which you can download the apps you like. Since the app store is cloud-based, it won’t take up your TV’s storage.
1. Connect your Sharp Smart TV to WiFi once it’s turned on.
2. Press the Apps button on your Sharp TV remote, locate the VEWD App Store, and press OK on your remote.
3. Tap on the Filter option at the top of the screen to get the list of categories.
4. Under the Categories menu, locate the app of your choice.
5. Once found, select the app you wish to download and press the OK button.
Once the app has been installed, stream your favorite content on the app anytime.
How to Sideload Apps on Sharp Google TV/Android TV
The advantage of having Sharp Android or Google TV is that you can install apps that are natively not available on the Play Store. To do this, you need to install an app called Downloader for TV.
1. On your Sharp Android TV, Go to the Google Play Store.
2. Search for Downloader for TV and select the app. On the app description page, press the Install button.
Upon installing the Downloader for TV app, you need to configure the settings in favor of the app to sideload APK files from unknown sources.
3. Go to Settings on your Sharp TV and tap the Device Preferences.
4. Click the Security & Restrictions option and enable Downloader for TV under the Unknown Sources menu.
5. Launch the Downloader for TV app, type in the APK link in the given space, and tap Download.
6. When the APK file appears, download the file and click the Install button.
You can now open the app on your Sharp TV and stream its content hassle-free.
How to Download Apps on Older Sharp Smart TV
If you have any older Sharp Aquos or other OS TVs, you can’t download apps on them due to the unavailability of the app store. These older Sharp TVs have a built-in app store. You can access and use the apps only from the app store. It doesn’t have any sideloading option as well. If you want to access the app, which is not available on the older Sharp TV, you need to rely on the screen mirroring option. By mirroring your Android Phone or iPhone screen to Sharp TV, you can stream the app’s content on your TV.
Is It Possible to Install Apps on Sharp TV Via Streaming Devices?
Yes. You can install apps on Sharp Smart TV via streaming devices, like Firestick, Roku Streaming Stick, and Chromecast with Google TV. If you have any of these streaming devices at home, connect the devices to the HDMI port of the Sharp TV and change the input. Once done, you will see the streaming device’s OS on the Sharp TV. Now, move to the app store and install your favorite apps.
Can I Download Apps on Sharp TV Without a Remote?
Yes. By using the Sharp TV remote app, you can download apps on the TV without using a remote. To use the remote app, you need to connect the Sharp TV and WiFi to the same WiFi. Then, pair the app on your phone with the Sharp Smart TV.
- Sharp Aquos TV – AQUOS TV REMOTE App (Play Store)
- Sharp Android TV / Sharp Google TV – Google TV App (Play Store / App Store)
After pairing, use the app’s remote interface to access the App Store on your Sharp TV and download your desired apps.
In addition, you can also use the Voice Commands to install the apps on Sharp TV. In order to use this method, you must have previously configured and paired the Smart Home devices, Google Home devices, etc., to your Sharp TV. Now, trigger the Voice Assistant and say the command, “Download the ‘app name’ on my Sharp TV.” That’s it. The application will be installed on your Sharp TV in minutes.
FAQ
If you can’t download the Sharp TV apps, it may be due to incompatible app versions, TV storage running out, or outdated firmware. At times, the issue may be due to internet connectivity, accumulated cache, or a software glitch on the TV.
