How to install APK files on your Android phone or tablet

Step 1: the settings

From your smartphone or tablet you'll need to enable a setting that allows for the installation of apps from other sources. Selecting this option will allow you to install apps outside of the Google Play store. Take a look at the picture to see where this setting is located in different versions of the Android operating system.

Android 2.x: Go to Settings > Applications > check "Unknown sources"
Android 4.x: Go to Settings > Security > check "Unknown sources"

Step 1: the settings

Step 2: scan to download

Step 2: scan to download

If you have not already downloaded the app, then scan the QR code.

If you don't have a QR code scanner then get one! I would suggest searching the Google Play store for "QR Droid".


Step 3: install

Now that you've scanned the QR code to download the app it's time to install. Head to your downloads folder and install the app.

Done!

You're welcome.

Step 3: install