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Third-party apps on LG smart TV: We find that the number of third party apps is increasing each day. Further, third-party apps do not support some of the devices. For instance, LG smart TV is not compatible to access some of the third-party apps. Here, let us see how to add third party apps on LG smart TV.
The owner of the device or the website does not own the third party app, the developer creates. Moreover, the owners of the device or the website have the freedom to choose the apps. In addition, the owners can also forbid the apps.
For instance, the web browser app on the devices is the native apps of the devices. But, the users find that App stores contain third-party apps. This is because the owners give access to these apps on the device. Also, the users of Facebook can use some of the apps. Further, the users are provided with some of the apps, not own developed. But, the users can access them on the social media site.
There are three types of third party apps. Firstly, the apps created for the official app stores like Facebook or Snapchat. Secondly, the apps offered to form the unofficial third-party app stores. And thirdly, the apps that connect with the other services. Here, let us see how to access these third-party apps on the LG smart TV.
How to install 3rd party Apps on LG Smart TV
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HOW TO CAST THE 3rd PARTY APPS ON LG SMART TV USING LG TV CAST APP
Obviously, the users can cast third-party apps from other devices using some apps. Let us see how to cast the third-party apps on the LG smart TV.
STEP1: To startup, the user should turn on the LG smart TV.
STEP2: Then, the user should press the Home or Start button.
Home Button
STEP3: After that, the user should go to the LG content store.
LG Content Store
STEP4: The user should install the “TV Cast App” on the LG smart TV.
STEP5: Then, the user should take up the device to cast the 3rd-party app.
STEP6: In addition, the user should install the “LG TV Cast App” on the same device.
TV Cast App
STEP7: Now, the user can click on the “cast icon”.
STEP8: The user can connect the device and the LG smart TV.
STEP9: And then, the user can connect them using the IP address provided on screen.
STEP10: Therefore, the user can cast the Third-party apps to LG smart TV using the LG TV Cast app.
HOW TO INSTALL 3rd-PARTY APPS ON LG SMART TV USING ROKU
Moreover, the users can use the Roku device to add third-party apps on the LG smart TV. So here, let us see how to access the third-party apps on LG Smart TV using the Roku device.
#1. First, the user should connect the Roku device to the LG smart TV.
Connect Roku
#2. Then, the user should go to the home screen.
#3. The user should navigate to the “Channel store” and select the “Movies and TV”.
Roku Channel Store
#4. And then, the user should select the required Third-party app.
#5. The user should click on “add to channel”.
#6. And then, the user should sign in to the app.
#7. The user will find an activation code on the sign-in page.
#8. After that, the user should go to the official site of the Third-party app on the web.
#9. User should enter the sign-in details and enter the “activation code”.
#10. And so, the user will find the Third-party app connected to Roku.
#11. Finally, the user can access the Third-party app on the Roku device connected to the LG smart TV.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD 3rd-PARTY APPS ON LG SMART TV USING AMAZON FIRESTICK
In addition, the users can access the Amazon Firestick to access the third-party apps on the LG smart TV. Let us see how to access the third party app on LG smart TV using the Amazon Firestick.
STEP1: Initially, the user should plug in the Amazon Firestick on the LG smart TV.
Connect Firestick
STEP2: Then, the user should start up the devices with internet connectivity.
STEP3: After that, the user should go to the “Amazon app store”.
STEP4: The user should search for the required Third-party app.
Search
STEP5: In addition, the user should get the Third-party app on the firestick device.
STEP6: Then, the user should not forget to sign in the Amazon account.
STEP7: Also, the user will find the installed Third-party app on the home screen of the Firestick.
STEP8: And then, the user can access the Third-party app from the home screen.
STEP9: The user can sign in and start the Third-party app on the LG smart TV using Amazon firestick.
HOW TO INSTALL THIRD PARTY APPS ON LG SMART TV USING GAME CONSOLES
Moreover, the users can also access the game consoles to add third-party apps on LG smart TV. Let us see how to access the third-party apps on the LG smart TV using game consoles.
- PlayStation4 and 4 pro
- PlayStation3
PLAYSTATION4 AND 4 PRO
#1. To startup, the user should connect the PlayStation4 or 4 Pro to the LG smart TV.
Connect PS4
#2. Then, the user should not forget to sign in the PSN account.
#3. And then, the user should go to the home screen by clicking the “PS” button.
#4. The user should go to the “PlayStation store”.
PlayStation Store
#5. Then, the user should search and select the required Third-party app.
#6. Users should download and install the Third-party app to the PlayStation4 or 4 pro.
#7. After that, the user can navigate to the “TV and Movies”.
#8. Now, the user should select the 3rd-party app.
#9. The user should sign in to the Third-party app using the required details.
#10. Thus, the user can access the Third-party app on the LG smart TV using PlayStation4 or 4 pros.
PLAYSTATION3
#1. First, the user should connect the PlayStation3 on the LG smart TV.
#2. Then, the user should go to the home screen.
#3. After that, the user should go to the “TV and Videos”.
#4. Then, the user should search and select the required 3rd-party app.
#5. The user should click on “Yes” to confirm the installation.
#6. Then, the user will find the Third-party app on the home screen.
#7. And, the user can launch the Third-party app and sign in.
#8. Finally, the user can use the Third-party app on the LG smart TV using the PlayStation3.
HOW TO DOWNLOAD THIRD-PARTY APPS ON LG SMART TV USING XBOX
And also, the users can use the Xbox to access third-party apps on LG smart TV. Let us see how to access the third-party apps on the LG smart TV using Xbox
- Using Xbox one
- And using Xbox 360
XBOX ONE
STEP1: Initially, the user should connect the Xbox One device to the LG smart TV.
Connect Xbox One
STEP2: Then, the user should go to the home screen.
STEP3: Users should scroll towards the right and select the “Store”.
Xbox One Store
STEP4: After that, the user should search and select the required Third-party app.
STEP5: The user should install the Third-party app on the Xbox One.
STEP6: After that, the user should launch the 3rd-party app.
STEP7: The user should sign in to the account.
STEP8: Then the user will find the Third-party app connected to the Xbox One.
STEP9: Thus, the user can access the Third-party app on LG smart TV using the Xbox one.
XBOX 360
STEP1: First, the user should connect the Xbox 360 to the LG smart TV.
STEP2: Then, the user should go to the home-screen on Xbox 360.
STEP3: After that, the user should navigate to the “App store”.
STEP4: Users should search for the required 3rd-party app and select it.
STEP5: The user should click download or install.
STEP6: Moreover, the user will be able to find the Third-party app on the home screen.
STEP7: And, the user can sign in to the Third-party app.
STEP8: The user will find the Third-party app connected to the Xbox 360.
STEP9: Finally, the user can sign in Third-party from the Xbox 360 on LG smart TV.
HOW TO CAST THIRD-PARTY APPS ON LG SMART TV USING CHROMECAST
The users can access third-party apps on the LG smart TV using the Chromecast device. Here, let us see how to accomplish the process step by step.
#1. Firstly, the user should get a Chromecast device, an Android or iOS device, and the LG smart TV.
#2. In addition, the user should connect the Chromecast on the LG smart TV.
Connect Chromecast
#3. The user should install the “Google home app” on the Android or the iOS device.
#4. After that, the user should set up Chromecast on the Google Home app.
#5. Also, the user should have installed a Third-party app and signed in on the android or iOS device.
#6. Users can find a message noting “your TV is ready”.
#7. After that, the user can launch the Third-party app on the Android or iOS device.
#8. Then, the user should sign in.
#9. And, the user should then click on the “cast icon” on the top of the screen.
#10. The user should select the Chromecast device.
#11. Finally, the user will be able to see the Third-party app on the LG smart TV using the Chromecast.
TROUBLESHOOT
Initially, the users should check the internet connectivity of the device used on the LG smart TV. In addition, the users should check the signal strength of the device used on the LG smart TV. Moreover, the users should unplug all connections and wait for about 60 seconds and then reconnect them back. Further, the users should unplug the power cable. And also, the user should unplug the connection on the devices used on the LG smart TV. In addition, the users should update the device that is used to run the app on the LG smart TV. The users can also restart the devices for better results.
FINAL VERDICT
Therefore the users can follow the above-given steps to access the 3rd-party apps on the LG smart TV. In addition, the users can also use similar steps to access third-party apps on the other smart TVs too. To note, the users may find slight changes in various steps but still, the major steps are the same. So start up today, and enjoy using the third-party apps on your LG smart TV. Hurry!!! For more apps for LG Smart TV check Smarttvappsguide.com
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