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Among the slew of new features anticipated from *windows 11 reddit* , the feature to allow Android apps on desktops has been on people’s minds the longest. Fulfilling the expectations of millions of Windows users meant launching a feature to enable the installation of Android apps on PCs. This new, native Android emulator is a Windows Subsystem that allows users to use Android apps alongside Windows apps.
The Android apps are powered by the Amazon Appstore, which you won’t immediately find after installing Windows 11. You must take care of a few things before installing Amazon’s app store to use android apps. And that’s precisely what we will be learning in this article.
Steps to get Android apps to work on Windows 11
Follow these steps to get Android apps to work on Windows 11.
Ensure system requirements
Ensuring system requirements means that your PC is equipped enough to support the installation of the Windows Subsystem. When you look for Amazon Appstore on Microsoft Store, you can see the software’s device requirements in the System Requirements section. Now, make sure that your device meets all these parameters and a few more tweaks following that. For instance, you might need Intel Core i3 8th Gen and an SSD.
Note that you will also see a point where it’s mentioned that Amazon Appstore is only available to Windows 11 customers in the US and a few other countries. Though Windows 11 is speculated to be working on making the feature available worldwide as it’s only inevitable, there’s been no confirmation as such so far.
If your device meets the requirements, you will see a green check icon and an affirmation statement. If not, you can cross-check where you’re falling short by going to Settings → System → About → Device Specifications. If you’re not meeting all the requirements, the usual fix is to update your Windows and try again. To check for updates, you can go to Settings → Updates & Security → Windows Updates → Check for Updates.
Download Amazon Appstore
Now that you meet the system’s requirements for Windows Subsystem, you can download the Amazon Appstore from the Microsoft Store. To do that, click on the blue Install button right under the app’s icon.
Follow these steps to download Amazon Appstore on your PC successfully:
- Open Microsoft App. Look for the Amazon Appstore.
- Check for the system requirements.
- Click on the blue Install button.
- From the pop-up, tap on Set Up.
- Select Download.
- After downloading, click on Restart PC to complete installation.
Note that after installation, you will be required to log in to the Amazon Appstore, so make sure that you have an active Amazon account.
If the service is unavailable in your country, you will likely need to sit tight until it gets introduced. However, you can try it through proxies or Virtual Private Networks. Their purpose is to mask your virtual location, allowing you access more regardless of regional limitations. A VPN for Windows also lets you browse more anonymously by preventing online entities from learning your approximate location.
Download Android apps
Having successfully set up the Amazon Appstore, it’s easy to find your way around to downloading apps on Windows 11. To set it up after restarting your system, open Amazon Appstore and log in to your Amazon account using your credentials.
Now that you’re logged in successfully, you can browse through the selection of apps on the preview. Find the apps you want from the search bar or scroll down to see what android apps can work on Windows 11. To download these apps, do what you usually do while downloading the app on the Play store. Click on the app’s icon, then tap on the Install button. Wait till the Install changes to Open, and then click on it to launch the app.
Uninstalling Android apps on Windows 11
To uninstall the android apps on Windows 11, follow similar steps to uninstalling any Microsoft app. First, go to the start menu, and search for the app. Once you see the app, right-click on it to get the dropdown options. Select Uninstall from the dropdown. It will then ask you if you’re sure about the uninstallation. Confirm, as needed.
Alternatively, you can uninstall an android app from Settings on Windows 11. All you must do is to Settings and click on Apps. Select the Apps and Features option from the right panel, which will take you to the list of apps on your system. Choose the app and click on the three dots next to it. Select Uninstall.
Conclusion
Microsoft’s introduction of native android emulation in its Windows 11 Subsystem has bridged how people used apps on their phones to how they did on their PCs. This synchronization will further the cross-device compatibility of apps like OTT apps, Messenger apps, VPNs, etc. To install these apps on your PC, follow the steps mentioned above, and you’ll be well on your way to enjoying Windows 11.
