Sideloading on Android TV (Ultimate Direct Code Guide)

While similar to Firestick, sideloading android tv devices (such as the Nvidia Shield, Xiaomi Mi Box, Chromecast with Google TV, or Sony Smart TVs) has a few unique settings you need to configure.

Read our complete overview: Ultimate Guide to Firestick IPTV & Sideloading.

🛠️ The Sideloading Steps for Android TV

1. Open the official Google Play Store on your TV and search for Downloader by AFTVnews. Install the app.
2. Go to Settings ⚙️ on your TV home screen.
3. Select Device Preferences (or System) → About.
4. Scroll down to Build and click it 7 times until it says Developer Mode is active.
5. Go back to Settings → Security & Restrictions → Unknown Sources and toggle Downloader on.
6. Open Downloader and input your target APK code.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Downloader saying permission denied?

Ensure you have allowed storage permissions in settings for the Downloader application.