Samsung Smart TVs, and projectors offer tons of exciting apps and games. Whether you have The Frame, the Odyssey Ark, The Freestyle, a QLED TV, The Premiere, or any other Samsung Smart TV, it's easy to find the app you want and start enjoying more entertainment. Aside from installing or deleting them, you can also lock apps or set them to Auto Update. Once everything is all set with your apps, you can watch TV your way.
Note: The steps may vary depending on the model and software version. A Samsung Account and internet connection are required.*
Install and use apps
Note: Only apps available in the App store can be installed on the Smart TV or projector.
One of the best parts of having a Samsung Smart TV or projector is getting access to all of theavailable apps . You can access your favorite video streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, or Vudu. You also have access to music streaming apps like Spotify and Pandora.And just so you know, access to new apps will be occasionally added through software updates.
From the Home screen, navigate to and select Appsand then select the Search icon in the top-right corner.
Enter the app you want to download, select it, and then selectInstall.Once you've downloaded the apps you want, it's time to enjoy them.
Press theHomebutton to open the Home screen menu. If the app is listed on the Home menu, use the remote's directional pad to navigate to it and open it.
If the app isn't listed on the Home menu, use the directional pad to selectApps, and then select the app you want.
Note:You can add an app to the Home screen by going to Apps, selecting the Settings icon in the upper right corner, highlighting your desired app, and then selectingAdd to Home.
App icons
It's normal to sometimes see a small icon when you're using an app on your TV or projector.These icons represent the following:
The app is installed on a USB device.
The app is installed.
The app supports Smart View.
The app has a password.
The app needs to be updated.
Automatically update apps
When you set your apps to Auto Update, you won't have to worry about updating them again. Let your Smart TV or projector take care of it for you.
Press theHomebutton to open up the TV or projector's Home screen menu.
Navigate toApps, and then select theSettingsicon in the top right corner.
Next, navigate toAuto Update. Make sure it is selected to automatically update all of your apps whenever updates are available. The circle will glow blue when Auto Update is enabled.
Lock and unlock apps
Don't want your kids accidentally watching an inappropriate movie? Just lock the apps you don't want them to access. When you do this, a PIN will be required to open the app.
Press theHomebutton to open the Home screen menu.
Navigate toApps, and then select theSettingsicon in the top right corner.
Next, select the app you want, and then selectLock or Unlock.
Note: The default PIN is 0000. To change the PIN, navigate to Settings and then select General. Select System Manager, and then select Change PIN.
Remove an app
Note: Recommended apps cannot be deleted but can be removed from the Home screen.
Remove an app
You can remove apps you no longer want and free up storage space on your Smart TV or projector.
Press theHomebutton to open up the Home screen menu.
Navigate toApps, and then select theSettingsicon in the top right corner.
Next, select the app you want to delete. Finally, selectDelete, and selectDeleteagain to confirm.
Remove an app from the Home screen
Is there an app on the Home screen menu that you don't really use? No worries, you can remove it, so it won't be in the way anymore.
From the Home screen, navigate to the app you want to remove.
Then, press and hold theSelectbutton on your remote, and selectRemove.
SelectRemoveagain to confirm. You can also move an app to another location by selectingMove.
Having trouble with an app?
If you're experiencing some difficulties with apps on your Smart TV or projector, check out our different troubleshooting guides below:
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* A Samsung Account is required for network-based smart services, including streaming apps and other smart features. A separate (connected) computer, mobile, or other device may be necessary to create/log in to a Samsung Account. Without an Account login, only external device connections (e.g., via HDMI) and terrestrial/over-the-air TV (only for TVs with tuners) are available. If you do not have a Samsung Account, you can easily create one here: https://account.samsung.com/membership/intro it’s free to sign up; terms apply.
Other answers that might help
- Update the software on your Samsung smart TV or Monitor
- Connect your Samsung TV to the internet
- How to stream from an iPhone using AirPlay 2
- How to use the Apple TV App on your Samsung Smart TV
- Use parental controls to make your Samsung TV or projector kid friendly
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