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1. Pick the Right Version

• You will see two tabs labeled Global and China.
• For international versions of apps, tap the Global tab.
• For versions specific to China, which may also work on the global version, tap the China tab.

2. Download the APK

• Find the App: Scroll through the list of apps available to find a specific app you want to install.
• Initiate the Download: Tap on the Download button next to the app of your choice.
• Wait for Download – After clicking the download button, give the download link time; it will take around 7 seconds to get your download link ready.
• Confirm the Download: Once the countdown completes, it will start downloading automatically. If it doesn't, then click or tap on the link or button that appears to download it manually.

3. Locate the Downloaded APK

• Open Mi Files App: After this downloads, close your browser and open the Mi Files app on your device. This app comes preinstalled in Xiaomi devices; if it is some other device, any such file manager app would do the trick.
• Find the Downloads Folder: Through opening the Mi Files application and finding the Downloads folder, all new APKs should be downloaded into this folder.

4. APK installation

• Locate the APK file: Now, into the Downloads folder, search for the APK file you just downloaded. – Tap on the APK File: Tap on this to begin setting up the app. If it is your first time getting an APK outside the Google Play Store your phone pop-up might ask you to change your settings.
• Allow Installation from Unknown Sources:
• If there is a pop-up, go to Settings > Security, then enable Unknown Sources.
• On newer Android versions, you will be asked to allow your file browser to install APKs, so click "Allow" if prompted.
• Follow the Installation Prompt: Once you have changed your settings, go back and attempt to open the APK file again, then press Install.
• Complete installation: Just wait for him to complete the installation. It will take a while in a few seconds, which depends on the size of your application.

5. Launch the App

• Open the App: Once the installation completes, either from the installation screen, you can tap Open to launch the app, or you can find the app icon in your device's app drawer.

6. Manage Permissions and Enjoy

• Set Permissions: The first time you launch the application, it will ask for several permissions. Go through them and grant the ones necessary for the proper functioning of the application.
• Enjoy the App: Now that the app is installed and set up, it's ready to use just like any other app on your device!

7. Important Tips

• Check Compatibility: Check whether the app you are about to download is compatible with your device and the Android version.
• Update Regularly: Make sure your Apps are up to date by checking our site regularly for updated versions.