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There is no direct way you can download and install the Google Play Store on your laptop or PCs. However, you can access it via any web browser. Once you visit the Google Play S…How To Download And Install Google Play Store On Laptop And PCs - Gizbot NewsHow To Download And Install Google Play Store On Laptop And PCs - Gizbot NewsMore like this
One of Windows 11’s big new features is the ability to natively run Android apps. This was previously only possible using third-party software, and you’ve never been able to fully integrate phone apps within the Windows desktop before. However, there are two big caveats to be aware of. Android apps on Windows 11 require an SSD and at least 8GB of RAM, despite older HDDs and 4GB of RAM being compatible with Windows 11. Microsoft even recommends 16GB for the best experience, something most users won’t have. But even if your device can run Android apps smoothly, you might still be underwhelmed with the experience. That’s because it uses the Amazon Appstore, which offers just a fraction of the apps available on the Google Play Store. But what if you could have both? Despite not being officially supported, there is a way to install the Play Store and run apps from it. The method has changed a couple of times since Windows 11 first launched, but we’ve tested and can confirm this version is working. It’s also malware-free, something which can’t be said for an earlier iteration. How to install the Google Play Store on Windows 11Before proceeding, it’s worth noting that this process only works with x86, 64-bit device or those that are ARM-based. It won’t work if you’re running 32-bit hardware – head to Settings > System > About and check ‘System type’ if you’re not sure. You’ll also need to make sure virtualization is enabled. Head to Control Panel > Programs > Turn Windows features on or off. Make sure the boxes next to ‘Virtual Machine Platform’ and ‘Windows Subsystem for Linux’ are both ticked, then click ‘OK’ to confirm. It’ll take a while to find the necessary files, then you’ll need to restart your device. If you’ve already installed the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA), you’ll need to uninstall it. Open Settings > Apps > Apps & features and search for it. If nothing appears, it’s not installed. Once that’s all done, you’re ready to proceed:
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Anyron Copeman / Foundry
Anyron Copeman / Foundry
However, you may have seen a message saying ‘VirtWifi has no internet access’. The Play Store won’t run without it, but Windows Defender Firewall blocks it. It’s not safe to turn off the firewall completely, but you can make this the exception to the rule:
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Anyron Copeman / Foundry
Anyron Copeman / Foundry
The Play Store will now be working as intended. Just open it and sign in with your Google account, then you can download any app you like. Some will work better than others, but all can be pinned to the taskbar and are compatible with Windows 11’s multitasking features. One reader reported that the Amazon Appstore can get removed during the process. To fix this, just reinstall the app from the Microsoft Store – you can use it and the Google Play Store alongside each other. In your Google account, the device will show up as a Pixel 5, which may have a small effect on the apps you’re able to install. The vast majority will still be available, though. Related articles for further reading
As the resident expert on Windows, Senior Staff Writer Anyron’s main focus is PCs and laptops. Much of the rest of his time is split between smartphones, tablets and audio, with a particular focus on Android devices. How do I activate Google Play on my laptop?How to enable the Google Play store on a Chromebook. Click on the Quick Settings Panel at the bottom right of your screen.. Click the Settings icon.. Scroll down till you get to Google Play Store and click “turn on.”. Read the terms of service and click “Accept.”. And off you go.. Why cant I install Google Play apps on my laptop?You can't download Google Play apps to your computer. The apps you see in the Play Store are written to run on devices that use the Android operating system. Your computer probably runs either the Windows or Mac OSX operating system. They aren't compatible.
Can I download Google Play Store on my Windows laptop?While there is no direct way to download Google Play Store on your PC, you can still download apps on your smartphone using the Play Store on your web browser. Simply open play.google.com on your PC's web browser and search for the app you wish to download.
How do I install Google Play on Windows 10?You'd have to download an Android emulator like Bluestacks to run Google play store & . apks on Windows. Everything is done within Bluestacks, once you've logged into your Google account it'll show any games or apps you've downloaded onto your Android phone & they are useable/playable.
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