Alternatively, if you know the name of an app or game you want to download, you can tap the search bar at the top of the screen and type the name of the app or game you want to download.
If you scroll down, you can view screenshots and user reviews of the app or game. The number below “Ratings and reviews” indicates the average user rating from other users. Users are allowed to give an app or game a rating of 1 to 5 stars. 1 star indicates a poor rating. 5 stars indicate an excellent rating. To see individual user reviews, scroll down and tap See all reviews below the top positive review and top critical review. This displays a list of user reviews. You can see the user’s name and how many stars they rated the app at the top of their comment. Read the user’s comment to get a better idea of how they feel about the app or game.
Aptoide is an alternative app marketplace that allows you to download apps you won’t find in the Play Store. For security reasons, Google does not recommend downloading apps from anywhere except the Play Store. Make sure to fully research any app you find on this store before downloading.
Warning: Installing APK files from untrusted sources can cause damage to your phone. You may have to select an app that can open APK files. If asked to select an app to open the file with, tap an app such as “Package Installer” and then tap Always to indicate that you want to use this app every time you want to install an APK file. If you receive an alert saying that your phone doesn’t allow unknown apps, see How to Allow Apps from Unknown Sources on Android to update your settings. You can also install APK files using the My Files app on your Android phone.
If you know the name of an app or game you want to download, tap the Search tab at the bottom-center of the screen. It has an icon that resembles a magnifying glass. Then type the name of the game or app you want to download.
If you know the name of an app or game you want to download, tap the Search tab at the bottom-center of the screen. It has an icon that resembles a magnifying glass. Then type the name of the game or app you want to download.
Scroll down to see the average user review of the app. It’s the orange number above the button that says “Rate this app. " Users are allowed to give an app a rating of 1 to 5 stars. 5 stars indicate an excellent rating. 1 star indicates a poor rating. To read individual user reviews, scroll down and tap Read all below the “Top Comments” section. This displays a list of user who reviewed the game. Each review displays the user’s name and how many stars they gave the app. Read the comment the left to get a better idea of how they felt about the app.
Warning: Some games in Aptoide may contain malicious software that can cause damage to your phone. Only download apps that have a green icon that says “Trusted” on their information page.
