Downloading Applications; Downloading Applications From Google Play; Downloading Applications From Other Sources - Sony Xperia XZ3 User Manual

Downloading applications

Downloading applications from Google Play

Google Play is the official online Google store for downloading applications,
games, music, movies, and books. It includes both free and paid applications.
Before you start downloading from Google Play, make sure that you have a
working internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges. For
more information, see
Note
To use Google Play, you need to have a Google account. Google Play may not be available in
all countries or regions.
To download an application from Google Play
1 Find and tap (Play Store icon).
2 Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the search
function.
3 Tap the item to view its details. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.
Note
Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various functions on your device
in order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust.
Hint
You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the
application under Settings > Apps & notifications.

Downloading applications from other sources

When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play,
you can download applications directly from other websites by following the
relevant download instructions.
Note
Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Download
applications only from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any
questions or concerns.
Hint
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
allow downloads from sources other than Google Play. Changes made by the owner affect
all other users.
To enable or disable the downloading of applications from other sources
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications.
2 Tap Advanced > Special app access > Install unknown apps.
3 Tap the application you want to allow the installing of application from other
sources, then tap the Allow from this source switch to enable or disable.
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