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How to Fix “Something Went Wrong Try Again” Issue in Google Play

Sayak Boral — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 21:25:00 +0000

While downloading certain apps from Google Play, you might come across a “Something went wrong. Try again” error. Even though you have reliable Wi-Fi/mobile data Internet, the problem doesn’t go away. This is a significant issue affecting Android devices as it prevents you from downloading select apps when you need them urgently. We will discuss the best possible ways to mitigate the issue.

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Why Does It Say "Something Went Wrong Try Again?"
What Causes the Error?
How to Resolve "Something Went Wrong Try Again" Error in Google Play Store
1. Fix Your Google Account(s) Associated with Google Play
2. Remove and Re-Add Google Account
3. Clear Google Play Services and Other Apps Cache
4. Force Stop Google Play
5. Check If Automatic Date and Time is Enabled
6. Reset Network Settings
7. Reset All Settings
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Make Your Android Phone Look Like a Google Pixel Without Rooting

Anurag — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 15:25:00 +0000

Google Pixel phones run stock Android with minimal customizations as to give users the purest Android experience possible. In contrast, a lot of Android phones come with customized skin (such as MIUI, One UI, and ColorOS etc) which tend to irritate a lot of users. While you can’t change these skins without rooting, you can still make your Android phone look like a Google Pixel, with the help of a few third-party apps, widgets, and launchers. It’s pretty easy to do, so follow along in this guide to learn how.

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Advantages of the Google Pixel Interface
Things to Know Before Turning Your Android Phone into a Pixel
1. Download and Install a Third-Party Launcher
2. Install a Material-Based Icon Pack
3. Get the Google Feed
4. Set Google Wallpapers
5. Download Google Apps (optional)
6. Get Pixel Exclusive Goodies
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Find Downloaded Files on Any Android Device

Crystal Crowder — Sat, 09 Jul 2022 19:25:00 +0000

Finding the downloaded files on your Android device is usually an easy task. The steps to find them vary slightly, depending on what kind of device you have, but for some reason, the downloaded files tend to “disappear” sometimes.

The files haven’t disappeared, though. You just have to dig in to your Android device’s settings to find them. In some cases, you may need to install a file manager to help you keep those downloaded files under control. Let’s take a look at some options.

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Look in the Downloads Folder
Check Your App Settings
Use a Third-Party File Explorer
Download Another File
How to Find the Downloads Folder From Your Windows Computer
Find Your Downloads in Chrome
Find Your Downloads in Edge
Find Your Firefox Downloads
Find With Integrated Search
Frequently Asked Questions

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7 Android Accessibility Tweaks to Set Up a Phone for Seniors

Ojash Yadav — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 15:25:00 +0000

It’s getting increasingly complicated to use Android devices, thanks to newer models that come with a bunch of advanced features. This is especially frustrating for senior citizens. However, you can help them out by making their phones easier to use. All it requires is a few Android accessibility tweaks like the ones we discuss below.

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1. Increase Font and Icon Size
2. Increase Screen Contrast
3. Use a Simpler Launcher
4. Change the Keyboard Size
5. Enable Android Accessibility Features
6. Set Up Google Assistant for Voice Control
7. Remove Apps That Get in the Way
Frequently Asked Questions

1. Increase Font and Icon Size

One of the most common complaints you’re likely to hear from elderly family members about using a smartphone is difficulty in reading. Thankfully, to make text more readable for them, you can increase both the text and display size on their Android device.

Head over to the Display settings menu within the Settings app.

How to Configure DIG Emulator Frontend for Android

Ryan Lynch — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 21:25:00 +0000

DIG is a one of the best emulator frontends for Android devices. DIG makes categorizing your video game emulators and ROMs easy and attractive. With support for Android, everyone can now take advantage of DIG to play retro games.

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What Is DIG and What Does It Do?
What Is a ROM? What Is an emulator?
1. How to Install DIG
2. Add ROMs to Your Device
3. Scan for ROMS
4. Configure the Emulators
5. Change the Default Emulator
6. Scrape for Missing Cover Art and Metadata
7. Customize the Theme
8. Customize How Games Are Displayed
9. Set DIG to Auto-Start
Frequently Asked Questions

What Is DIG and What Does It Do?

There are a ton of emulators available for Android devices that mimic the hardware of retro video... Read more

How to Fix Mobile Data Not Working on Android

Crystal Crowder — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000

Cellular data, mobile data, whatever you want to call it, is one of those things that only becomes a life necessity once you acquire your first smartphone. It’s only when you lose connectivity that you realize you don’t know how to get anywhere without Google Maps, don’t have anything to read without Flipboard, and don’t know how to communicate with people through any medium other than WhatsApp.

When mobile data stops working on Android, it’s world-shattering, in other words. Here are some tips on how to get it back.

How to Use Samsung Keyboard Like a Pro: A Complete Guide

Mehvish Mushtaq — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 00:25:00 +0000

Samsung Keyboard is the pre-installed and default keyboard on Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets. It offers interesting features such as cursor control, text shortcuts, sticker suggestions while typing, swipe typing, and much more. If you have been wondering how to use Samsung Keyboard like a pro, you have landed in the right place. Let’s get started.

How to Back Up Your Text Messages in Android

Alexandra Arici — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000

If you erased all your text messages by accident or clearing out your inbox for some space and want your SMS messages back, you might not be able to do that on Android if you didn’t back them up first. At the same time, if you’ve just switched to a new device, you may want to bring your text messages to the new Android.

Backing up is the only viable way to retrieve your SMS messages from an Android device. We show you in this tutorial how to back up your text messages on your Android using various methods, so that when you eventually need them, you can safely restore them without issue.

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1. Google Drive (Or Any Other Built-in System)
2. SMS Backup Third-Party App
3. Install an Alternate SMS App
4. Forward SMS to Your PC or Other Device
5. Check Your Carrier App (If You Have One)
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Automatically Forward Text Messages to Email or Cloud on Android

Sayak Boral — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:25:00 +0000

There are many texting apps to choose from but none are as indispensable as the humble SMS. Even if you don’t have your phone near you, you might still need access to these text messages to complete online transactions, for OTP verification, or to receive delivery notifications. Fortunately, it is possible to check your SMS messages from remote locations. We will show you how to auto-forward texts to email or cloud so you can check new incoming messages on another device.

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How to Forward Texts to Email/Cloud Automatically
1. With Auto Forward SMS to PC/Phone App
2. Using Forward SMS to Email or Cloud App
3. Give IFTTT a Try
4. With Zapier and ClickSend
5. Linking Your Android Phone to Windows
Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Samsung’s Quick Share Feature and How to Use It

Mehvish Mushtaq — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:25:00 +0000

Sharing photos, videos, and other documents between different devices without loss of quality has always been rather tricky. Sure, many third-party apps exist that do the job, but wouldn’t it be nice if there was a native feature to quickly and easily share files? Say hello to Samsung’s Quick Share solution. Find out what is Quick Share and how to use it to send files to Samsung and non-Samsung devices.

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What Is Quick Share in Samsung Galaxy Phones
Types of Quick Share
How to Share Files With Nearby Galaxy Devices
How to Send Files as a Link
How to View Link Sharing History
How to Stop Sharing a File
How to Send Files as Link in the Samsung Messages App
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Link Your Android Phone to Windows

Sydney Butler — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 00:25:00 +0000

Apple users who have Macs, iPhones, and iPads enjoy a high level of integration between these devices. Windows users have every reason to envy this, but there’s good news. If you have a Windows computer (running Windows 10 or 11) and an Android phone or tablet, you can link them together and have a little taste of the integrated life.

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How to Connect Your Android Device to Windows
1. Download the Link to Windows App
2. Link the Two Devices
Send Text Messages
View Photos From Your Phone
Make Calls
Useful Sidebar Features
Special Features Limited to Select Devices
Phone Link Changes Everything

How to Connect Your Android Device to Windows

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How to Access an Android Phone With a Broken Screen

Crystal Crowder — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000

How many times have you dropped your phone, believing that the screen would be cracked when you picked it up? Luckily for us, most phone screens are relatively durable and don’t break easily. But when they do, you’re left scrambling, trying to figure out how to access your Android phone with a broken screen.

When your phone breaks and the screen is no longer working, not only can you not use your phone, but now all that information stored on your phone is inaccessible. The good news is it’s possible to recover all the information on your device with a little troubleshooting.

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Use OTG to Gain Access
USB Debugging
If Your Screen Won't Turn On
How to Prevent These Issues
Frequently Asked Questions

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How to Recover Deleted Text Messages on Android

Alexandra Arici — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 15:25:00 +0000

If you accidentally deleted an important text message from your Android phone, you’re probably wondering how you can get it back. In all honesty, your chances of recovering it are not stellar, especially if you deleted the text a long time ago. Yet, there is some hope on the horizon for those who constantly back up their data. This tutorial shows you how to recover deleted text messages on Android.

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What Does It Mean to Delete Text Messages from Your Android Phone?
Use Google Drive Backup to Restore Texts on Android
Check Your Carrier App (If Available)
Reach Out to the Sender/Recipient
Back Up and Restore Messages Using a Third-Party SMS App
Other Third-Party Software
Frequently Asked Questions

What Does It Mean to Delete Text Messages from Your Android Phone?

How to Compress and Extract Files on Android Using ZArchiver

Crystal Crowder — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000

Android devices don’t always allow you to open every file type you download or receive in your email. The same applies to compressing a file or group of files. Depending on what the file is, this may be a big inconvenience. Some file managers let you compress or decompress zip files, but what happens if there is a rar or 7z file you need to open? ZArchiver lets you compress and extract files on Android, even if your file manager won’t.

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Compressing a File on Android
Extract Files on Android
File Types
Are there any other options?
Frequently Asked Questions

Compressing a File on Android

The process of making a compressed folder is pretty easy actually. Install and open ZArchiver,... Read more

How to Save a Friend’s Whatsapp Status on Android

Robert Zak — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 15:25:00 +0000

For better or worse, WhatsApp is the foremost messaging platform on Android (as much though as I champion Signal at every possible opportunity). With the “Status” feature, it doubles as a kind of mini social-network platform, letting users post a status that expires after a certain amount of time (although you can also make it permanent).

These statuses can sometimes be funny clips or memes, and if you want to get your hands on them, there’s a way to do it without asking your friends. Here’s how.

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What is a WhatsApp status?
Why would you want to save a WhatsApp status?
How to find and copy WhatsApp statuses
Frequently Asked Questions

What is a WhatsApp status?

On WhatsApp’s main interface for Android, you get three... Read more

How to Use S Pen Like a Pro on Samsung Galaxy Phones

Mehvish Mushtaq — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000

S Pen can be incredible useful accessory for your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet. Whether you’re using the S Pen as a remote control, copying text, taking handwritten notes, or creating GIFs, the stylus can significantly enhance your experience while using your device. This post aims to help you get most of the S Pen on Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets.

11 Common ADB Commands You Should Know

Crystal Crowder — Tue, 31 May 2022 21:25:00 +0000

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) is a command-line tool to interact with your Android device from your computer. ADB commands enable you to perform a wide range of tasks, including some that would be difficult or even impossible to achieve without ADB. In this article we cover the essential ADB commands that every Android user should know.

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How Do I Set Up ADB?
1. Show Connected Devices
2. Reboot Your Device
3. Reboot into Recovery
4. Reboot into Bootloader Mode
5. Reboot into Fastboot
6. Send File to Your Device
7. Get Files from Your Device
8. Install an App on Your Device
9. Remount the System
10. Sideload System Updates
11. Create and Restore a Backup
Frequently Asked Questions

Enable Developer Options on Android

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How to Create and Use Location-Based Reminders on Android

Alexandra Arici — Tue, 24 May 2022 00:25:00 +0000

Being human means that we’re prone to forgetting. Fortunately, with the help of technology, it’s easy to stay on top of our to-do lists with minimal effort. One of the most convenient ways to remember everything on your list of chores is to set location-based reminders. Need to be reminded to call your great aunt on her birthday? You can instruct your phone to send an alert once you’ve made it to your favorite cafe for your lunch break. Creating location-based reminders like these is simple if you have an Android device, and this article looks at all the options for doing that.

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What Are Location-Based Reminders
Setting a Location-Based Reminder
1. Google Assistant
2. Assign Reminders to Someone in Your Family Group
3. Google App
4. Use Google Keep
5. Third-Party App
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Set a Metered Wi-Fi Connection on Android

Crystal Crowder — Thu, 19 May 2022 21:25:00 +0000

In a perfect world, everyone would have unlimited Wi-Fi. But that’s not the case. Mobile devices often prefer you to use Wi-Fi, but you can set a metered Wi-Fi connection on Android for better control over your data usage. You can set this on a single Wi-Fi network on multiple networks.

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How Android Handles Metered Wi-Fi
Set a Metered Wi-Fi Connection
Restrict Background Data Usage on Apps
Save Your Wi-Fi Data
Monitor Android Wi-Fi Data Usage
Frequently Asked Questions

How Android Handles Metered Wi-Fi

Usually, large updates default to Wi-Fi on Android. The moment you connect, apps and even the system itself may try to update. This can quickly eat up your data, especially with larger system updates and apps. To help you avoid exorbitant charges, you... Read more

Best Android Launchers for Senior and Visually Impaired Users

Megan Glosson — Tue, 17 May 2022 15:25:00 +0000

With smartphones being omnipresent in today’s world, it’s easy to take them for granted. Unfortunately, there are a number of people who find modern smartphones either too confusing or too difficult to use. Elderly people are prone to being left behind as they find it hard to adapt to rapidly changing technology. Similarly, visually-impaired folks may have difficulty operating a device that relies on hand-eye coordination.

Fortunately, there are ways to combat these problems.

Some may find that specially-designed smartphones are the way to go. Alternatively, if you already have a phone, you can tweak the appearance of your Android phone with apps called launchers. Launchers can change the entire look and feel of your Android device, making them easier to use. The following Android launchers are designed with seniors and the visually-impaired in mind.

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1. Grand Launcher
2. Help Launcher
3. BIG Launcher
4. Elementique Senior Launcher
5. Simple Launcher
6. Senior Safety Phone
7. Simple Mode
Frequently Asked Questions