If you’re using Windows 11, you can now get access to Android apps by installing the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA). However, the only available app store is the custom version of Amazon Appstore, which has a limited number of apps. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Google Play Store on Windows 11, allowing you to access virtually any Android app. It’s a bit complicated, but we’ll provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.
FAQs
1. What is the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA)?
The Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) is a tool that enables Windows 11 users to run Android apps on their devices.
2. Can I use apps that require Google Play Services with this installation?
Yes, you can install and use apps that require Google Play Services, such as Gmail or Google Maps, after installing Google Play Store on Windows 11.
3. Is the Google Play Store installation on Windows 11 safe?
Yes, the process is safe, but it’s essential to follow the instructions carefully, or you may cause issues with your system.
4. Can I uninstall Google Play Store if it’s not working correctly?
Yes, you can uninstall Google Play Store by going to the Windows Subsystem for Android app’s settings and choosing the option to reset it.
Step-by-Step Guide: Installing Google Play Store on Windows 11
- Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > For Developers
- In ‘Developer mode’, click on the switch to activate it, then click ‘Yes’ to confirm
- Download the latest version of WSA for Windows 11 available online – ARM-based device users like Surface Pro X should use this link instead
- Go to the Downloads folder, find and double-click on the ‘WSA-Patched’ file to unzip it
- In the Start menu, type ‘PowerShell’ in the search bar and click on ‘Run as Administrator’ from the options on the right
- Paste the following command in the PowerShell window: ‘Add-AppxPackage -Register C: WSA-Patched AppxManifest.xml’ but replace the ‘C: WSA-Patched’ section with the actual location of the unzipped file. For instance, it could be ‘Add-AppxPackage -Register C: Users anyro Downloads WSA-Patched WSA-Patched AppxManifest.xml’
- From the Start menu, click on the ‘Windows Subsystem for Android’ option in the Recommended section to start it
- In the WSA window, click on ‘Files’ to open the app
- You should now see a pop-up window saying that “Windows Defender Firewall has blocked some functions of this application.” Click on ‘Allow Access’ to continue
- The Amazon Appstore and Play Store should appear in the Recommended section of the Start menu. However, you may not be able to log in at this point
- To resolve this issue, download ADBKit from the link below and unzip it: https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/platform-tools.html
- Go to the Downloads folder, find and double-click on the ‘ADBKit’ file
- In the Windows Subsystem Settings, activate “Developer Mode.” The message “ADB can connect at 127.0.0.1:58526” should be displayed next to it
- Open the Play Store app and keep it open. In File Explorer, open the ‘ADBKit’ folder again, right-click anywhere and select ‘Open in Windows terminal’
- Run this command: ‘. Adb.exe connect 127.0.0.1:58526’
- Run the command ‘. Adb.exe devices’ to confirm if you see ‘127.0.0.1:58526’ in the ‘List of connected devices’, it has worked
- Run ‘. Adb.exe shell,’ then type the ‘su’ command. A message will appear saying “You are now root”
- Run the command ‘setenforce 0’, and the PowerShell window should change as follows:
- Open the Play Store app and click ‘Sign in’, then log in with your Google email and password to start installing and using your favorite Android apps
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